Network Administrator Goals and Objectives Examples
Monitor and maintain network performance to ensure maximum uptime.
Troubleshoot network issues promptly and effectively.
Conduct regular network security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
Implement effective security protocols to protect the network from cyber threats.
Configure and maintain firewalls to prevent unauthorized access to the network.
Maintain accurate inventory of all network hardware and software.
Plan and implement network upgrades as needed to improve performance.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in network administration.
Provide timely technical support for end-users.
Manage user accounts and permissions across multiple systems.
Monitor and manage network bandwidth usage to ensure optimal performance.
Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans to minimize downtime in the event of a network failure.
Collaborate with other IT professionals to integrate new technology into the network environment.
Conduct regular backups of critical data to ensure business continuity.
Maintain accurate documentation of network configuration and changes.
Monitor and manage network printers, scanners, and other peripherals.
Ensure compliance with government regulations and security standards.
Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of equipment and services.
Troubleshoot complex networking issues involving multiple systems and technologies.
Effectively communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
Develop and implement policies governing network usage and access.
Coordinate with other IT departments during system upgrades and maintenance activities.
Provide training to end-users on network-related tools and technologies.
Create reports on network performance and present findings to management.
Manage virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
Plan and implement load balancing strategies for high-traffic systems.
Manage unified communication systems such as Cisco Call Manager or Skype for Business.
Implement network segmentation strategies to improve security and performance.
Monitor and manage wireless networks to ensure optimal performance.
Develop disaster recovery plans for critical systems and applications.
Effectively manage hardware inventory to ensure sufficient resources are available for growth.
Configure and manage VPNs for remote access and secure communication between locations.
Diagnose and resolve DNS and DHCP issues.
Evaluate network performance using monitoring tools such as SolarWinds or PRTG Network Monitor.
Develop backup and restore procedures for mission-critical databases and applications.
Manage Active Directory including domain controller, user accounts, groups, policies, etc.
Develop policies for secure remote access using RDP, SSH, etc.
Troubleshoot VLAN issues in complex network environments.
Configure Quality of Service (QoS) settings for voice and video traffic.
Develop policies for managing email spam, phishing attacks, etc.
Develop intrusion detection policies and configure IDS systems such as Snort or Suricata.
Configure failover systems to ensure high availability of critical applications and services.
Administer storage solutions such as RAID arrays or SANs.
Manage SQL Server or Oracle database servers including installation, backup, migration, etc.
Develop policies for mobile device management (MDM).
Configure backup power solutions such as UPS or generators.
Develop asset tracking systems to maintain accurate inventory of hardware assets.
Test disaster recovery procedures regularly to ensure efficacy.
Produce detailed technical documentation for use by other IT staff members.
Work with development teams to ensure that applications are properly optimized for the network environment.
Develop policies for managing VPN connections including authentication, encryption, etc.
Plan and implement site-to-site VPN connections between different locations or partners.
Configure firewall rules based on business requirements and risk assessment.
Analyze network traffic patterns to identify potential security threats or bandwidth-hogging applications.
Troubleshoot issues related to Microsoft Exchange Server including mailbox migrations, corruption, etc.
Develop policies for managing data retention periods according to legal requirements or business needs.
Use statistical analysis tools such as Wireshark or tcpdump to identify bottlenecks in the network infrastructure.
Configure wireless security protocols such as WPA2-Enterprise or 802.1x authentication.
Create backup scripts using PowerShell or Bash scripting languages.
Work with vendors to obtain competitive pricing on networking hardware and software purchases.
Analyze log files produced by various software applications to identify issues or anomalies in the operation of those applications on the network infrastructure.
Leverage emerging technologies (IoT, blockchain) within appropriate contexts within the company's technology stack.