Company Description

NineStar Connect is an innovative community-minded, communications, energy, water, and sewer cooperative. We provide the infrastructure that empowers thoughtful development and improves quality of place in Central Indiana.

Career Development:

-          We value employees that have a desire to learn and provide reimbursement funds for continuing education. We’re also committed to in-house training and ongoing development. 

Company Benefits:

-          At NineStar Connect we offer a competitive array of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, paid parental leave, short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance along with profit sharing and various service discounts.

Wellness:

-          We offer a variety of wellness programs with paid incentives as well as on-site fitness centers available at each office location.

Job Description

As the Network Server Administrator at NineStar Connect, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and security of our IT infrastructure. You'll be a trusted advisor, collaborating with internal teams and external clients to design, implement, and maintain critical server and network solutions. Your problem-solving skills and in-depth knowledge will be essential in troubleshooting complex issues and keeping our systems running at peak performance.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Tier 3 escalation point for the NetAdmin team, handling the most challenging network and server issues.
• Design, research, configure, implement, and maintain critical infrastructure, including physical & virtual servers, backup and disaster recovery systems, and network appliances.
• Collaborate with teams across NineStar Connect to understand their needs and develop custom solutions that improve efficiency and security.
• Proactively monitor network performance, identify potential problems, and implement preventative measures.
• Manage NineStar Connect's virtual environments and ensure redundancy across multiple locations.
• Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade internal and external network and server systems.
• Document technical procedures and maintain comprehensive reference materials for training purposes.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies by attending seminars, workshops, and pursuing additional certifications.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer and Information Technology or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, including experience as a Linux Administrator.
• In-depth knowledge of server (physical and virtual) implementation, including Microsoft Windows Server 2012 and newer, Linux (RedHat, Debian, CentOS, Ubuntu), and VMware.
• Expertise in network technologies and protocols, including Layer 2 & 3, security protocols, and Cisco networking.
• Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A passion for learning and staying current with evolving technologies.

Additional Information

NineStar Connect does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.