Job Summary
The Assistant Network Manager supports the planning, implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of Rockwell Land Corporation's enterprise network infrastructure. This role ensures reliable, secure, and scalable network operations across corporate offices, developments, and remote sites, aligning with business continuity and digital transformation goals.
Key Responsibilities
Network Operations & Support
- Assist in the design, deployment, and administration of LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and remote access technologies.
- Monitor network performance and availability, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
- Respond to network incidents and service requests; coordinate troubleshooting with vendors and internal teams.
- Maintain and optimize network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, access points).
Security & Compliance
- Support network security initiatives, including firewall policies, IDS/IPS, access control, segmentation, and threat mitigation.
- Implement and enforce corporate network security standards and compliance requirements.
- Assist with regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and remediation efforts.
Documentation & Standards
- Maintain accurate network diagrams, IP schemas, equipment inventories, and configuration baselines.
- Document operational procedures, incident reports, and best practices.
- Participate in developing and updating IT/network policies.
Project Support
- Assist in planning and executing network upgrades, migrations, and new site deployments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, facilities, security, vendors) during technology implementations.
- Conduct impact assessments, testing, and validation for network changes.
Vendor & Asset Management
- Support vendor relationship management for network products, maintenance contracts, and service escalations.
- Track lease/license renewals and procurement of network equipment.
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
- Generate routine reports on network health, utilization, uptime, and incidents.
- Provide insights and recommendations to improve reliability and efficiency.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- 68 years experience in network administration or related IT support role.
- Experience with enterprise network environments, preferably in corporate or multi-site setups.
Technical Skills
- Networking protocols (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VLANs, routing).
- Network devices: Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper, Aruba or equivalent.
- Familiarity with firewalls, VPNs, wireless technologies, and network monitoring tools.
- Basic scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python) is a plus.
- Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals.
