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The Township of Edison is seeking an experienced Network/Systems Administrator to join our Information Technology team. The primary duties will include implementing, configuring, and maintaining network switches (Extreme) and firewalls (Sonicwall). Candidates should also have experience with the following: MS server, VMWare, MS365. Edison Residents encouraged to apply Note: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. Examples of Work: • Configure, install, maintain network switches and firewalls. • Troubleshoot network hardware and system issues, conduct regular system audits, and oversee scheduled backups. • Oversee, administer, and optimize our Microsoft 365 environment, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, and Azure AD. • Install, configure, and maintain virtual servers across various locations, ensuring high availability and performance. • Administer Active Directory, Create OU's and containers, group policy creation/management. • Manage user accounts and permissions, aligning with company security policies. • Ensure business continuity by performing regular backups and developing and implementing disaster recovery plans, data redundancy measures, and failover procedures. • Troubleshoot hardware and software errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and resolutions, prioritizing problems, and assessing impact of issues. • Provide support to onsite and remote users relating to both hardware and software problems on workstations, laptops, printers, and smartphones. • Possibly travel to our remote locations within the Township for technical assistance when necessary. • Work outside of normal business hours may be required based on project requirements or urgent business needs. • Work with hardware/software vendors to resolve issues. Requirements: (5) years with the following: • Experience configuring Extreme network switches, Sonicwall firewalls. • Experience working with/supporting VMWare. • Experience working with/supporting Windows Server operating systems in an enterprise environment. • Experience working with/supporting Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP. Note: This position requires passing New Jersey State Police and Federal background checks due to working with Criminal Justice Services Data. Knowledge and Abilities: • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, System Administration, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience required. • 5 years of network or system administration experience. • System administration and IT certifications in Microsoft, or other network related fields are a plus. • Experience working with virtualization, VMWare, or equivalent. • Experience working with MS Server Operating systems, networking software, hardware, and networking protocols. • Scripting using powershell or equivalent. • Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others. • Excellent customer service skills. • Have a high level of written and verbal communication skills; ability to document ideas concisely and quickly. • Ability to communicate technical information and interact with many different skill sets. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Ability to stand, walk, bend/stoop, climb, reach above shoulder level, kneel, balance, squat, crawl, crouch, lift 25-75 lbs. • Ability to take ownership of an issue or project and the dedication to see it through to completion. • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible. IT IS THE POLICY OF THE TOWNSHIP OF EDISON TO PROVIDE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN ITS EMPLOYMENT ON THE BASIS OF MERIT AND FITNESS AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION BECAUSE OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, SEX, POLITICAL AFFILIATIONS, NATIONAL ORIGIN, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL HANDICAP, MARITAL STATUS, AGE OR MILITARY SERVICE. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $80,000.00 per year Benefits: • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible schedule • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Parental leave • Professional development assistance • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday • On call • Weekends as needed Work Location: In person

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