Network Administrator I
The First Church of Christ, Scientist · Boston, Massachusetts, United States ·
- Seniority
- Junior
- Category
- Network engineering
- Experience
- 0+ years
- Salary
- usd 39 – 51 / hour
Department: Office of the Chief Information Officer
SUMMARY
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Network Administrator I to join our IT team. This role is suitable for professionals at varying stages of their networking careers, from entry-level to experienced administrators, who are eager to support, maintain, and enhance network infrastructure across both on-premises and cloud environments. The Network Administrator will work independently or in collaboration with other OCIO staff to ensure the reliability, security, and optimal performance of the organization’s network systems.
Responsibilities include supporting and administering AWS networking components, configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting Fortinet wired and wireless network equipment, managing FortiEMS (Endpoint Management System), supporting IPSec VPN connectivity, and assisting with network security controls, monitoring, and incident response. The scope and complexity of responsibilities will align with the individual’s experience and skill level, with opportunities for continued learning and advancement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Network Administrator – Level I (Entry / Junior)
Level I focuses on operational support, monitoring, and guided troubleshooting under the direction of senior staff.
Reporting Relationships
Supervisor: OCIO Systems Manager
Supervises: Interns
Regular Contacts
OCIO Service Desk, OCIO Information Security, OCIO Enterprise Application Engineering and Engineering peers, OCIO PMO, Audit & Compliance, Site Services, vendors, and OCIO customers throughout the organization
Education/Experience:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Networking, or a related field OR equivalent combination of technical training and hands-on experience.
Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+) are preferred and may substitute for formal education.
Experience may include academic coursework, vocational/technical training, internships, and entry-level IT roles.
Candidates should demonstrate a foundational understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP), basic troubleshooting skills, and familiarity with network hardware and tools.
Network Administrator – Level I (Entry / Junior)
Typical Experience:
Experience Requirements:
Certifications (Preferred):
Knowledge/Skills
Work Environment
Engagement with Christian Science
Pay range: $38.99 - $50.68 hourly
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The offered salary will be determined by factors such as the applicant’s relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities; and benchmarking, work location, and internal equity.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.