The Junior Network Administrator supports network infrastructure management, endpoint security, identity management, and cloud services, addressing connectivity issues and ensuring compliance with documentation and security standards.
Job Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary
Conservice is seeking a Junior Network Administrator to join our IT team. This role supports the day-to-day management of network infrastructure, endpoint security, identity and access management, and cloud services. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with hands-on experience in networking fundamentals, device management, and ticketing systems who thrives in a fast-paced hybrid environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot LAN/WAN infrastructure including switches, access points, firewalls, and VPN Servers (UniFi / OpenVPN experience a plus)
- Administer DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, and VLAN configurations across corporate and remote sites
- Support user lifecycle processes (onboarding/offboarding) in Google Workspace, Duo, and identity management platforms
- Manage endpoint security and device compliance across Windows, macOS, and Chrome using MDM solutions (Intune, Hexnode, or Kandji)
- Respond to and resolve Tier 1/2 network and connectivity issues via EWOK(Internal Ticketing) or Jira ticketing
- Assist with cloud infrastructure tasks in AWS, including basic IAM, VPC, and security group management
- Participate in vulnerability remediation workflows and support PCI DSS compliance documentation
- Maintain accurate network documentation including topology diagrams, IP address management, and runbooks
- Collaborate with senior engineers on infrastructure projects and capacity planning
Required Qualifications
- 1–2 years of experience in IT support, help desk, or network administration
- Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and the OSI model
- Experience with at least one MDM or endpoint management platform (JAMF, KACE, NinjaOne, or similar)
- Familiarity with identity and access management tools (Google Workspace Admin, Bitwarden, or similar)
- Hands-on experience with Windows 10/11, macOS, and Linux (Ubuntu)
- CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent experience
- Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- CompTIA Network+ or Security+ certification (completed or in progress)
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or equivalent cloud certification
- Experience with CIsco & UniFi networking gear (UDM, Cisco managed switches, APs)
- Exposure to security and compliance platforms such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or PDQ
- Home lab or personal project experience demonstrating self-driven technical curiosity (e.g., Proxmox clusters, self-hosted services, automation scripting)
Required Qualifications
- 1–2 years of experience in IT support, help desk, or network administration
- Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and the OSI model
- Experience with at least one MDM or endpoint management platform (JAMF, KACE, NinjaOne, or similar)
- Familiarity with identity and access management tools (Google Workspace Admin, Bitwarden, or similar)
- Hands-on experience with Windows 10/11, macOS, and Linux (Ubuntu)
- CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent experience
- Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- CompTIA Network+ or Security+ certification (completed or in progress)
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or equivalent cloud certification
- Experience with CIsco & UniFi networking gear (UDM, Cisco managed switches, APs)
- Exposure to security and compliance platforms such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or PDQ
- Home lab or personal project experience demonstrating self-driven technical curiosity (e.g., Proxmox clusters, self-hosted services, automation scripting)
Top Skills
AWS
Cisco
Dhcp
Dns
Google Workspace
Hexnode
Intune
Kandji
Mdm
Openvpn
Tcp/Ip
Unifi
Vpn
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