Network Systems Administrator - Onsite Area 2nd Shift

Network Systems Administrator - Onsite New York City Area 2nd Shift

Department: Blue Mantis

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Onsite

Compensation: $120,000 - $165,000 / year

2nd shift role, working 3PM to 12AM Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Sunday. Work schedule includes weekends and holidays. Bring your network expertise to the global stage of one of the biggest professional sports leagues in the US. Blue Mantis is seeking a highly skilled and versatile Network Systems Administrator to support enterprise-class data centers and ensure seamless network operations. This role focuses on ensuring high availability and performance of network infrastructure while contributing to game‑day success.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, adaptable, capable of multitasking, and committed to excellence in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment. In addition to supporting server and cloud environments, you will have experience with networking, supporting a wide array of technologies for company infrastructure and game‑day operations. If you thrive under pressure and excel at managing complex technical challenges, this is an opportunity to make an impact.

• Server Administration: Manage and maintain Windows, Linux, and Unix environments.
• Cloud Operations: Administer AWS, Azure, and O365 for enterprise workloads and containerization.
• Virtualization: Manage, configure, and troubleshoot VMware environments.
• System Monitoring: Use Solar Winds and Data Dog to ensure network reliability.
• Incident Management: Lead network‑related incident resolution, ensuring SLAs are met.
• Security Best Practices: Implement secure networking solutions in on‑premise and cloud environments.
• Documentation: Create and maintain detailed network documentation, topology maps, and procedures.

Required Skills

• NOC operations with expertise in Windows, Linux, and Unix environments using Service
  
  NOW ticketing.
• Hands‑on experience with AWS, Azure, O365, VMware, and virtualization/containerization technologies.
• Backup and DR support with Rubrik and Zerto.
• Firewalls, routing protocols, and network monitoring tools such as Solar Winds.
• Automation tools and scripting.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with ability to adapt to dynamic priorities.

Preferred Skills

• Network troubleshooting in data center environments (Cisco, Palo Alto, Meraki).
• Scripting (Python, Power Shell, Bash) for automating server and cloud operations.
• Cloud‑based networking solutions in AWS, Azure, or O365.
• Infrastructure capacity planning and performance tuning.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration.
• Security best practices, SIEM platforms, and endpoint protection.
• Advanced video streaming technologies and CDNs.
• Infrastructure performance tuning and capacity planning.

• Provide game‑day support on major holidays.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Certifications: CCNA, CCNP (or equivalent), ITIL, and other relevant server/cloud certifications.
• Experience: Expertise in a complex, multisite environment.

• Opportunity to be part of the league’s technological foundation.
• High‑energy workplace with direct impact on game‑day success.
• Hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge technologies.
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and professional development.

We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions. This job description is intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by employees in this job and is not a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.