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Iron Valley Supply

Network Administrator

Iron Valley Supply, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275

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Base pay range $60,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Job Summary The Network Administrator / IT Support Specialist is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting the organization’s network infrastructure while providing day-to-day IT support for end users. This role ensures reliable, secure, and efficient technology operations across the company. The position reports to the Vice President of Information Technology and plays a key role in supporting both strategic IT initiatives and hands‑on support needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Install, configure, and maintain network equipment including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points to ensure secure, high‑performance connectivity

Provide technical support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and peripheral hardware (printers, VoIP phones, scanners, etc.)

Manage user accounts, permissions, and email services within Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and other enterprise applications

Perform proactive monitoring, diagnostics, and log analysis to ensure uptime and minimize service disruptions

Troubleshoot and resolve connectivity, hardware, and software issues in a timely manner

Implement and maintain data backup, disaster recovery, and endpoint security measures

Maintain IT documentation, including network diagrams, system configurations, and troubleshooting guides

Collaborate with IT leadership to evaluate new technologies, manage vendor relationships, and plan for system upgrades

Participate in on‑call rotations and provide support during critical incidents or planned maintenance

Perform other related duties as assigned

Required & Preferred Qualifications Technical Skills

Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities for both network and end‑user issues

Proficiency in Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy management

Hands‑on experience with Cisco ASA routers/switches, VPNs, and firewalls

Familiarity with monitoring tools such as PRTG or SolarWinds

Understanding of cybersecurity best practices, endpoint protection, and access controls

Experience with cloud platforms (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace) and VoIP solutions (RingCentral)

Soft Skills

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Strong written and verbal communication for working with both technical and non‑technical users

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate within a team

Education & Experience

Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred

3–5 years of experience in IT support and network administration

Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or Cisco CCNA strongly preferred

Experience with Windows networking administration, Google Workspace, RingCentral, DocuSign, and MS Office products preferred

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

May be required to be on‑call or work long hours in case of network malfunction

Must be able to travel as needed

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Information Technology

Industries Sporting Goods

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