IT - Network Engineer I

This a Full Remote job, the offer is available from: Georgia (USA) DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES: • Install and maintain communications equipment and wiring in the county offices and in the home office. • Maintain the highest level of network security allowed for according to business model • Troubleshoot wired and wireless connectivity issues for county, home office users, and on some occasions, VPN users • Monitor network performance and make adjustments as deemed necessary • Maintain appropriate documentation on current network practices and equipment • Develop and maintain appropriate Disaster Recovery procedures for remote sites and documentation • Develop working knowledge of Security policies and practices as it relates to networking equipment • Research, plan and implement upgrades to network and network infrastructure as needed • Position has responsibility for a component of IT security for their functional area OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS • Develop and maintain a positive relationship with Internet Service Provider vendors and company personnel. • Keep management and team members informed of technical issues that arise • Be available for 24/7 on-call rotation • Some travel required with occasional overnight trips. • Superb communications/interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with others • Positive, customer-focused attitude • Must be able to solve highly complex technical problems • Must know how to read, analyze and interpret procedures, instructions and technical documents • Must know how to research and analyze trends in the IT industry. • Must be able to solve problems and understand when it is necessary to seek assistance in the performance of work. • Ability to manage multiple projects and activities independently as well as work in a team environment • Ability to follow sound business ethics when executing job responsibilities • An understanding of the importance of procedures and the need to follow them is required. • Must have an understanding of the importance of learning is never-ending. • Must be a self-motivated individual, willing to constantly evaluate the environment for improvement QUALIFICATION, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • Associate (2-year) degree, or 2-4 years combined work experience in information technology field: preferably in network field. • Knowledge of Core Networking functions (Routing, Switching, OSI Model) • Certifications: Net+, CCNA (preferred). • Must have and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds on frequent basis. • Working in confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces is required. • Ability to manage multiple projects and activities independently as well as work in a team environment. • Ability to follow sound business ethics when executing job responsibilities. • An understanding of the importance of procedures and the need to follow them is required. This offer from "Georgia Farm Bureau" has been enriched by Jobgether.com and got a 72% flex score.