Security Network Administrator

Description ECHO Incorporated is an industry leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance, professional-grade, handheld outdoor power equipment. With distributors and thousands of dealers across North and South America, ECHO is constantly anticipating the future of the outdoor power equipment industry and the need for environmental sustainability. Working for ECHO means joining a team of people who are committed to collaboration, innovation, creativity, and high-quality products that make us a globally competitive brand. ECHO adding to the IT staff! We are looking for a Security Network Administrator to manage, secure, and optimize our network environment while proactively identifying and mitigating cybersecurity threats. The salary range for this position is $105,000-$120,000 based on experience and qualifications. This is a hybrid role with one remote workday each week and four days on‑site at our Lake Zurich location. ECHO’s benefits include: 11 paid holidays Extremely affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off Yearly bonus potential 5% 401K match Tuition reimbursement Duties/Responsibilities: Network Administration (60%) Deploy, configure, manage, and monitor LAN/WAN, firewall, switches, routers, wireless access points, VPNs, and related network infrastructure. Ensure network availability and performance across all ECHO offices and remote/branch sites. Troubleshoot network issues (connectivity, performance, latency) and implement improvements. Maintain network documentation, topology diagrams, IP address schema, VLANs, etc. Work with vendors and internal teams to execute network upgrades, migrations, and expansions. Manage backups of network configurations, software updates, patching, and firmware upgrades for network gear. Monitor network for capacity planning, growth, and infrastructure lifecycle. Security Administration (40%) Assist with the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of security tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, VPNs, SIEM, logging) and policies. Support identity and access management (IAM) including network access controls, segmentation, and zero-trust considerations. Perform vulnerability scans, follow up on remediations, assist in patching and configuration hardening of network, end points, and security systems. Monitor and respond to security events/alerts, escalate incidents, and coordinate with the SOC/team as required. Ensure network and system compliance with relevant standards and regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, or others relevant to ECHO). Provide input for security architecture changes, support risk assessments, participate in audits, reviews, and presentations. Maintain documentation of security controls, procedures, incident response plans, network security configurations, and change logs. Qualifications: Required: 3+ years of experience in network administration and/or security administration roles. Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, wireless technologies, firewall technologies, network monitoring tools. Working knowledge of security technologies and frameworks (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, endpoint protection, SIEM, vulnerability scanning). Experience with network documentation, performance monitoring, and capacity planning. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues under pressure and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong commitment to following security policies, standards, and best practices. Preferred: Certification(s) such as: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (or working toward). Experience with cloud networking (Azure, hybrid), SASE, SD-WAN technologies. Prior experience in audit or compliance environments (ISO, NIST, etc.). Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, computer science, or related field (or equivalent experience). Equal Opportunity Employment: We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants. E-Verification: 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 form upon hire.