Overview
IT Network Specialist Jobs in United States at RemoteHunter
Title: IT Network Specialist
Company: RemoteHunter
Location: United States
About Our Client
The organization operates within the healthcare industry, addressing the critical challenge of maintaining secure, stable, and efficient network infrastructure that supports healthcare operations. By managing network systems, identity, and cloud-based services, the organization ensures continuous connectivity and security necessary for healthcare providers and associated practices. This team supports a range of IT needs essential to service delivery and compliance in a fast-paced environment.
About the Opportunity
The IT Network Specialist is responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and effective operation of the organization's network infrastructure. This role supports day-to-day network functions, resolves connectivity issues, implements security protocols, and provides technical support and training. The position plays a key role in maintaining technology systems that enable healthcare services, supporting network upgrades and expansions, and acting as a technical escalation point. The role is eligible for remote work and requires participation in an on-call rotation.
Responsibilities
- Support and maintain servers, networks, desktop hardware, software, and applications.
- Manage identity systems including Entra, Active Directory, and OneLogin.
- Perform Group Policy cleanup, design, and implementation.
- Manage and maintain mobile devices via Intune and Apple Business Manager.
- Support employee and device onboarding and offboarding.
- Maintain backups, security, user accounts, email systems, internet access, and office applications.
- Maintain firewall and VPN architecture.
- Review and support WAN and LAN infrastructure, including remote connectivity.
- Manage software systems supporting infrastructure such as SIEM, RMM, and other tools.
- Own patch management and application cleanup processes.
- Maintain and evaluate security systems and protocols.
- Manage cloud-based infrastructure like Microsoft Office 365 and Azure.
- Administer basic phone and voicemail systems.
- Act as escalation point for technical support issues.
- Document network infrastructure and applications.
- Manage projects within budget and schedule.
- Participate in IT on-call rotation.
- Support peripheral devices such as printers, scanners, and cameras.
- Assist with external continuing education presentations sponsored by supported practices.
Requirements
- Experience in the healthcare industry preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Proven ability to administer Office 365 Suite, including configuration management and patch updates.
- Ability to learn on the job or through courses.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Professional, courteous demeanor.
- Proactive and adaptable under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to manage multiple simultaneous tasks.
- Availability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation
- Hourly Rate: $30 – $36 per hour, determined based on experience.
Benefits & Perks
- Remote work flexibility.
- 6.5 paid holidays per year plus 2 floating holidays.
- Approximately 10 days of PTO within the first year.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
About RemoteHunter
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