Network Administrator

Network Administrator

Lead I - Cloud Infrastructure Services

Who We Are:

Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world.

UST is a mission-driven group of 29,000+ practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in more than 30 countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live.

With us, you'll create a boundless impact that transforms your career-and the lives of people across the world.

Visit us at UST.com.

You Are:

UST is seeking a highly skilled Network Administrator to design, manage, and support enterprise network infrastructure across data center, cloud, and office environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring network availability, security, scalability, and performance while supporting business-critical operations and enterprise connectivity.

The opportunity:

* Administer and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and data center network infrastructure.

* Configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless controllers.

* Monitor network performance, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and ensure maximum uptime.

* Implement network security policies, access controls, segmentation, and firewall rules.

* Manage network upgrades, firmware updates, patching, and infrastructure lifecycle activities.

* Support routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, and QoS.

* Coordinate with ISPs, vendors, and internal IT teams for incident resolution and project execution.

* Maintain network monitoring, ing, backup, and disaster recovery processes.

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

What you need:

* Strong experience in enterprise network administration and troubleshooting.

* Hands-on expertise with Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, Palo Alto, or equivalent networking technologies.

* Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and network security.

* Experience with firewall management, IDS/IPS, and secure remote access solutions.

* Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools such as SolarWinds, PRTG, or Wireshark.

* Knowledge of wireless networking technologies and enterprise Wi-Fi deployments.

* Experience with cloud networking concepts in Microsoft Azure and AWS.

* Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

* Desired Skills:

* Experience with SD-WAN, network automation, and scripting tools such as Python or Ansible.

* Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture and cybersecurity best practices.

* Exposure to data center operations and structured cabling standards.

* Understanding of ITIL processes and enterprise change management procedures.

* Qualification:

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Networking, or related field.

* 7+ years of experience in network administration and enterprise infrastructure support.

* Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, Palo Alto PCCSA/PCNSA, or equivalent are preferred.

Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.

Role Location: North Carolina

Compensation Range : $65,000-$98,000

Benefits

Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.

Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.

Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).

All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.

What we believe:

We proudly embrace the values that have shaped UST since day one. We build our culture of Humility, Humanity, and Integrity. These values inspire us to nurture a people-first, human centric culture that fosters diversity, prioritizes sustainable solutions, and keeps our people and clients at the forefront of all decisions.

Humility:

We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.

Humanity:

Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.

Integrity:

We honor our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and "fair chance" ordinances.

UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.

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