Network Infrastructure Specialist (Multiple Levels)

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Network Infrastructure Specialist (Multiple Levels)

City: Albuquerque

State: NM

This position will be open to internal and external applicants and will close on Thursday, August 7, 2025.

The Network Infrastructure Specialist position pays between $63,440 and $79,300, the Senior Network Infrastructure Specialist position pays between $78,640 and $98,300, and the Lead Network Infrastructure Specialist position pays between $95,360 and $119,200. Placement in any level is based on skills, experience and education of the successful candidate.

About this Opportunity

Are you ready power the backbone of Innovation - Join us as a Network Infrastructure Specialist and keep our connections, strong, secure and seamless. Help strengthen the digital core of our organization by designing, planning, and configuring our new and existing network server infrastructure.

Primay Duties and Responsibilities

This list does not relect the job duties in their entirety.

- Monitors and maintains the network infrastructure stability while supporting root cause analysis related to malfunctioning or inoperative hardware/software and routine maintenance, including scheduled maintenance and backups

- Provides support and training to users relevant to all installed or future network infrastructure

Responsible to conduct the following:

- analysis of the network infrastructure needs and contributes to the design, integration, and installation of present and future technology, including communication with vendors

- development of an emergency plan to deal with a catastrophic event and ensure the plan is updated

- test and evaluation of hardware/software to determine efficiency, reliability, and compatibility with existing systems

- analysis, planning, design, and execution of network infrastructure projects, including maintenance and creation of documentation related to all components

- installation of hardware/software by third parties

- setup, configuration, moves, etc. to support new hires and movement of personnel and offices

Senior and Lead Levels-Entry Level Duties Plus Additional Responsibilities

Successful Candidate Must Have:

- A high school diploma. Prefer a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related technology field.

- Must maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

- Entry Level; A minimum of 1 year of experience in network infrastructure, information technology, or data center operations. (4 years preferred). Preference given to applicants with Cisco CCNA or Microsoft MCSA/MCSE.

- Senior Level: Three years (3) experience in infrastructure, IT, or data center operations. Prefer four (4) years’ experience in network administrator role.

- Lead Level: Five (5) years’ experience in networking infrastructure, IT or data center operations. Prefer six (6) experience in the same.

- Preference given to applicants with CISCO CCNP, CCNP Enterprise, or other related professional networking certification.

Working Conditions

Office environment. Position requires working longer hours and/or on-call to handle emergency response as needed to meet business needs. Will be required to travel.