Network Administrator

About AccuWeather

AccuWeather, recognized and documented as the most accurate and most used source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world,has saved over 12,000 lives, prevented injury to over 100,000 people, and saved companies tens of billions of dollars through better planning and decision-making.

Billions of people around the world rely on AccuWeather's proven Superior Accuracy across our consumer digital platforms.AccuWeather.comis the #1 weather destination and one of the top 100 most-visited websites in the world, and our award-winning AccuWeather app delivers detailed real-time forecasts to millions of smartphones.

AccuWeather forecasts also appear on digital signage, in 700 newspapers, are heard on over 400 radio stations, and viewed on 100 television stations. The AccuWeather Network and AccuWeather NOW reach an audience of over 125 million on cable and streaming platforms including DirecTV, Charter Communications - Spectrum, Verizon, Philo, Frndly TV, Comcast's Xfinity X1 and Xfinity Stream, Roku, Xumo, Rockbot, LG, and Amazon Freevee.

AccuWeather For Business serves more than half of the Fortune 500 companies and thousands of other businesses and government agencies globally.

Dr. Joel Myers, Founder and Executive Chairman, established AccuWeather in 1962 and is considered the "father of modern commercial meteorology." Myers, a leading creative thinker and visionary, has been called "the most accurate man in weather" by The New York Times and has been recognized as one of the top entrepreneurs in American history by Entrepreneur's Encyclopedia of Entrepreneurs.

Position Summary

The Network Administrator is an essential IT team member, collaborating closely with the Senior Network Administrator to ensure robust and efficient internal networking. This role encompasses configuring, administering, and supporting all internal network devices. Key responsibilities include managing cloud-based configurations specific to internal networks, optimizing performance and security within our intranet, maintaining reliable hardware and software, providing tailored technical support, guiding staff on intranet best practices, and actively participating in architectural evaluations and planning sessions aligned with industry standards.

This team member takes initiative, leads by example, and actively seeks opportunities to enhance our internal network infrastructure. They proactively identify areas for improvement and propose solutions. Curious and resourceful, they explore new technologies and stay informed about industry trends.

This position is located onsite five (5) days per week at AccuWeather's Headquarters, located in State College, PA.

Responsibilities

Collaborate on Network Design:

• Work closely with architects, engineers, and administrators to ensure a robust and efficient internal technology environment.
• Participate in network design, implementation, and troubleshooting efforts.

Enhance Internal Networking:

• Provide recommendations for network enhancements and strategic purchases tailored to internal networking needs.
• Evaluate existing network infrastructure and propose improvements for optimized performance and reliability

Performance and Security Assessment:

• Conduct thorough testing and assessments of internal network performance and security.
• Identify and promptly address any weak areas or vulnerabilities.

Security Measures Implementation:

• Deploy and manage firewalls, intrusion detection systems, data encryption, and other security measures specific to our intranet.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards

Stay Informed and Propose Improvements:

• Keep abreast of industry best practices and propose enhancements to our internal network infrastructure.
• Implement best practices related to network configuration, monitoring, and maintenance.

Automated Monitoring and Documentation:

• Develop and maintain procedures and automated processes for monitoring network performance and security.
• Create clear and comprehensive technical and administrative documentation specific to our intranet environment.

On-Call Support:

• Participate in on-call support to promptly resolve critical issues related to internal networking.
• Collaborate with the senior network admin during emergencies or high-priority incidents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field (advanced degree preferred; equivalent education and experience considered).
• 5+ years of experience as a network administrator or network engineer
• Strong knowledge of Cisco network equipment setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting (particularly Nexus and ASR).
• Direct experience with network resource administration in a cloud environment (Azure experience strongly preferred)
• Advanced knowledge of Palo Alto, Meraki, and Infoblox.
• Proficiency in LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, UDP, QoS, BGP, OSPF, and MPLS.
• Familiarity with Visio (or equivalent) for documenting network topology.
• Preferred certifications: CCNP (network-oriented) and Azure (cloud-oriented).
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and analytical abilities, and strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for success.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive healthcare and dental benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 50% company match.
• A collaborative work environment

Commitment to Diversity:

AccuWeather is committed to diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. We are an equal-opportunity employer. If you are a highly motivated, organized, and dynamic professional with the skills and experience to excel in this role, we invite you to join our team and make a significant impact on our organization's success.