Junior Network Operation Analyst

Junior It Operations Specialist

Apex Systems is seeking a Network Operations Specialist for an exciting opportunity in Fairlawn, OH. We are looking for someone who wants to get their foot in the door in an IT position working for a large organization. As a Network Operations Specialist, you will do monitoring of tier level support of our Windows, Unix and Linux systems including servers, network devices, applications, databases, voice systems and other IT systems.

*Must be local and willing to come onsite. Also, must be open to working both day shift and night shifts - this role rotates 7am-7pm, 7pm-7am EST 12 hour shifts *

Location: Fairlawn, OH

12-month contract to hire

Required Experience:

• 1 years of IT System troubleshooting experience
• 1+ year of Windows, Unix and or Linux operating Systems
• Strong multitasking ability including monitoring a continuous flow of alerts while performing troubleshooting and system administrative tasks
• Able to work in a 24 X 7 X 365 environment and 12 hour shifts

Duties:

• Linux server configurations and processes
• Basic database administration
• Monitoring network traffic, analyzing network problems and performance
• Responding to alerts from system monitors & performing first level problem identification and resolution
• Issuing tickets for problem escalation
• Performing batch scheduling functions, including monitoring and execution
• Supporting multiple teams during event identification, escalation and resolution

Nice to Have:

• Network & Windows troubleshooting and administrative skills
• Unix operating system and commands
• Strong problem solving and communication skills (verbal and written)

Education:

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline is preferred but equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree

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