LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is looking for a Network Administrator to join our IT Helpdesk & Network Support team in Gainesville, FL. In this role, you’ll maintain the networks and voice systems our teams rely on to access critical applications and support blood center operations. 

What You’ll Do

• Keep network services running. Troubleshoot and resolve issues affecting local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN), wired and wireless connections, and voice communications. Respond promptly to outages that disrupt access to critical applications.
• Maintain network infrastructure. Install, configure, and maintain network and telephony equipment, including Cisco routing, switching, wireless, and unified communications systems.
• Monitor performance and plan for capacity. Use network management and monitoring tools to identify issues, assess equipment capacity, and plan for future needs.
• Support network security. Implement security controls for network infrastructure and connected devices.
• Evaluate technology. Test hardware and software for reliability and compatibility, work with vendors, and recommend solutions that meet technical standards and project needs.
• Document systems and support users. Maintain network diagrams and procedures, help employees resolve connectivity and voice issues, and provide Network Support Specialist coverage as needed.

What You’ll Bring

• Associate degree in computer science, technology, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted.
• At least two years of Tier 2 or Tier 3 experience in network support, network design, or both.
• Valid Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise certification.
• Strong troubleshooting, time management, and customer service skills, with the ability to communicate technical information clearly and train users.
• Valid driver’s license, consistent and reliable transportation, and the ability to meet and maintain LifeSouth’s driver eligibility requirements.

Technology Skills

• Cisco ISR and ASR routers, Catalyst and Nexus switches, and IOS XE and NX-OS operating systems
• Cisco network security tools, including ISE, ACS, NGIPS, and NGF
• Cisco Unified Communications Manager, Unity, and Webex Meetings Server
• Cisco Prime Infrastructure (CPI), wireless LAN controllers, and access points
• Meraki VPN and Wi-Fi solutions
• Network diagramming software and Microsoft Office

Our Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees beginning the first of the month after 60 days
• Supplemental insurance options, including life, cancer, accident, and disability coverage
• Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth
• Free basic life insurance for full-time employees
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer match each pay period
• Employer-funded retirement plan for vested employees and a 403(b) plan
• Access to wages before payday

Schedule and Work Location

• Work location: Gainesville, FL.

Join LifeSouth and help keep the systems behind our lifesaving work running.

Who We Are 

LifeSouth is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 150 hospitals in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. We are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing the highest quality blood components and services. With more than 50 blood donation centers, 55 bloodmobiles, and 2,000 blood drives a month across our multi-state footprint, our LifeSouth team is dedicated to making sure the blood is there when you or your family is in need. 

Our Mission

To provide a safe blood supply that meets or exceeds the needs in each community we serve, and to provide a variety of services in support of ongoing and emerging blood and transfusion related activities.

Compensation is commensurate with education and experience. Criminal background check, credit check, and drug screen required upon conditional offer of hire. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Drug-Free/Tobacco Free Workplace.

The position description may not include all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that are not listed, but which the employee may be expected to perform, will fall within the scope of the skills, knowledge and training for the position.

LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. LifeSouth is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as LifeSouth desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. LifeSouth complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). LifeSouth is an E-Verify employer.

If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during the interview due to a disability, please contact the LifeSouth region where you are applying or call 1-888-795-2707 to request an accommodation. Applications may be completed at a LifeSouth facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the on-line application process.