Network Administrator

Job Description:

Network Administrator

Description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the IT Director, the Network Administrator designs, implements, and maintains enterprise and operational technology (OT) network infrastructure. This role supports secure, highly available environments across on-premises systems, virtualization platforms, and industrial control networks.

The position emphasizes cybersecurity, monitoring/observability, and modern network architecture using industry best practices rather than vendor-specific implementations.

Key Responsibilities

Network Infrastructure

• Design and maintain LAN/WAN environments, including VLANs, routing, and segmentation
• Configure and support VPN technologies (IPsec, SSL VPN, secure remote access)
• Implement high availability and redundancy strategies

Systems & Virtualization

• Support enterprise virtualization platforms and server infrastructure
• Maintain Linux and Windows Server systems
• Support containerized services and modern application hosting models

Monitoring & Observability

• Implement and maintain infrastructure monitoring and alerting systems
• Develop dashboards and performance metrics for network and system health
• Troubleshoot issues using logs, metrics, and packet analysis

Cybersecurity

• Configure and maintain network security controls (firewalls, IDS/IPS, segmentation)
• Support identity, access control, and certificate services
• Assist with compliance requirements (CJIS, NIST, or similar frameworks)

Operational Technology (OT) / SCADA

• Support industrial networks and SCADA environments
• Maintain secure separation between IT and OT networks
• Monitor and support critical infrastructure systems

Backup & Recovery

• Administer backup and recovery solutions
• Perform periodic recovery testing and validation

Automation & Scripting

• Develop scripts to automate operational tasks and monitoring
• Improve efficiency through automation and integration

Support & Collaboration

• Act as Tier 2/3 escalation for network-related issues
• Collaborate with Service Desk and other IT staff
• Work with vendors and service providers as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and routing
• Experience with network security principles and segmentation
• Familiarity with:
  • Virtualization platforms
  • Monitoring and alerting systems
  • Linux and Windows Server environments
• Basic scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Bash, or Python preferred)
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Qualifications

Education & Experience Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Networking, or related field Certifications: A+, Network+, Security+, or similar required. Minimum 3 years of network/system administration experience Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Licenses. Experience in public sector or critical infrastructure environments. Exposure to industrial protocols (e.g., Modbus, SNMP) Familiarity with compliance frameworks (CJIS, NIST) Valid Texas Driver’s License required

Special Requirements

This position requires the employee to obtain and maintain CJIS clearance. Candidates must successfully pass a comprehensive background check. Individuals with felony or misdemeanor convictions, pending charges, and/or unresolved legal dispositions will not be eligible or considered.

Miscellaneous Information

The City of Weatherford is a strong, progressive community of over 38,000 citizens, enjoying our small town feel with our big city amenities just outside of the Fort Worth Metroplex. We are expanding our team to continue our commitment and pride in our Strong Community philosophy as well as our inclusiveness and diversity.

Job Details

Category Information Technology Services Status Open Salary Pay Range: $32.80-$36.20 Hourly (DOQ) Posted June 3, 2026 7:00 AM Closing Open Until Filled

Tools

• Apply Online
• New Job Notifications
• Clerical Supplemental Application

Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled

Salary:

$32.80-$36.20 Hourly (DOQ)