Network Administrator

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement global network architectures aligned with business and IT requirements, including data communications, WAN/LAN/Wi-Fi technologies, network monitoring, remote access, IP communications, VoIP, and related technologies.
• Provide comprehensive technical support for all network services, including design, architecture, evaluation, and selection of equipment, software, and solutions.
• Administer a multi-facility, multi-location global network using TCP/IP and other protocols across Linux, and Windows environments.
• Perform daily administration of WANs, LANs, VLANs, SD-WAN, backup circuits, and subnets.
• Monitor and analyze network utilization; perform configuration changes and maintain network monitoring software.
• Assist in the design, implementation, administration, and configuration of the enterprise Cisco phone system.
• Assist in the design, implementation, administration, and configuration of the Cisco ISE and Umbrella
• Identify, recommend, and execute network projects that drive cost savings or provide strategic organizational benefits.
• Develop and maintain plans for networking and telecommunications systems.
• Manage multiple priorities within a highly complex enterprise network environment.
• Troubleshoot network systems and applications to resolve malfunctions and operational issues.
• Maintain network security through patch management, antivirus protection, and performance optimization.
• Manage network and firewall traffic to detect unauthorized access, identify misconfigurations, and evaluate overall network health and security.
• Monitor and analyze network utilization, perform required configuration changes, and maintain alerting and monitoring systems.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement network hardware, peripherals, and software.
• Provide technical consulting to internal departments regarding network and computer systems to support business needs.
• Assist in developing and maintaining the company-wide Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Support Help Desk operations for network-related issues.
• Create and maintain documentation for all network systems, including standard operating procedures.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and industry best practices.
• Travel of an occasional nature to and from group facilities is also to be expected under normal conditions, but majority of work should be accomplished remotely.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience designing, implementing, and managing multi-location, multi-platform corporate networks.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with Cisco networking equipment, SD_WAN, ISE, Umbrella, and phone systems.
• Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP) preferred; advanced certifications a plus.
• Expert knowledge across multiple network technologies and disciplines.
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to effectively communicate with non-technical users.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to proactively resolve complex performance issues with potential organizational impact.

Benefits of Employment

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the