Network and Security Administrator

Position Overview:

The Network and Security Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, monitoring, and ongoing management of the organization’s network and cybersecurity infrastructure. This position plays a critical role in maintaining regulatory compliance, protecting sensitive data, and ensuring high availability across all IT systems.

Key Responsibilities: 

Security Operations 

• Manage and maintain endpoint protection (e.g., SentinelOne) 
• Administer VPN infrastructure and email filtering solutions 
• Monitor and respond to security alerts and events 
• Conduct internal phishing simulations and user security training 
• Maintain logs, reports, and documentation related to security incidents and compliance 
• Support annual audits and security assessments 

Network and Infrastructure Management 

• Maintain network hardware (switches, firewalls, access points, routers) 
• Design and manage VLANs, ACLs, and network segmentation 
• Oversee network performance monitoring and troubleshooting 
• Maintain network diagrams, rack elevations, and floorplans 
• Participate in infrastructure planning, upgrades, and DR/failover testing 
• Collaborate with vendors for hardware procurement and support 

Compliance Support 

• Align infrastructure and security practices with HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and HITECH controls 
• Assist with documentation and implementation of administrative, technical, and physical safeguards 
• Stay informed on evolving compliance requirements and industry standards (e.g., NIST, CIS) 

 Qualifications:

•    5+ years of experience in network and security administration roles, preferably in healthcare or other regulated industries
•    Strong understanding of regulatory compliance frameworks: HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and HITECH
•    Experience with endpoint protection platforms (preferably SentinelOne), enterprise VPNs, and next-gen firewalls
•    Proficiency with networking protocols and infrastructure management (LAN/WAN, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, etc.)
•    Solid grasp of high availability systems, load balancing, and failover technologies
•    Familiarity with NIST or CIS security frameworks is a plus
•    Strong documentation and process-building skills
•    Industry certifications preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, CCNA, Network+, Security+)