Network Administrator

What You'll Do

As a Network Administrator at Coastal Ridge Real Estate, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and optimizing our enterprise network infrastructure. You’ll ensure secure, reliable connectivity across all systems and locations, support internal teams with network-related issues, and contribute to strategic IT initiatives that drive operational excellence.

Where You'll Work: Located in downtown Columbus, Ohio, our corporate offices overlook the Columbus Commons, which hosts over 200 events throughout the year. Enjoy the building’s fitness center and rooftop terrace with an adjoining clubroom and walk to some of the city’s best restaurants and downtown amenities. What You'll Own: Monitor (syslog/SNMP), maintain, and troubleshoot LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, VLANs, DHCP/DNS, and managed network environments.

Support property-level Internet connectivity via fiber DIA, copper broadband, and/or LTE/cellular service. Assist with VoIP troubleshooting, phone registration, call routing diagnostics, and call flow configuration. Identify root causes and implement fixes. Document and support IP camera networks, access control, and low-voltage infrastructure.

Network printers, IOT devices, and Conference Room A/V tech management. Track open tickets, renewals, and project timelines to ensure vendor accountability. IT asset lifecycle management (procurement, deployment, maintenance, disposal) Maintain accurate network documentation including IP tables, device inventories, and ISP credentials.

Coordinate IT deliverables and timelines for new and transitioning properties including, but not limited to, project tracking, onboarding/offboarding, vendor management, and infrastructure deployment. Provide training and support to property teams on new systems and technologies. Travel to our properties/offices located in Ohio and surrounding states, when necessary.

(approximately 10%) Other duties and projects as directed and assigned.

What You'll Bring

4+ years’ network administration and/or network engineering experience or a combination thereof in an enterprise environment. Bachelor’s degree in a technical field OR equivalent work experience. Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and routing protocols. Experience with enterprise-grade networking equipment and tools.

Familiarity with network monitoring and diagnostic tools (packet sniffer, TDR, port scanner, etc.) CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or CISSP certification preferred but not required. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to provide after-hours support, when necessary.

Who You Are

The Troubleshooter – You thrive on solving complex technical problems and finding root causes quickly. The Organizer – You thrive on structure and precision, maintaining detailed documentation and keeping systems orderly. The Collaborator – You work well across teams and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Our Company: Built on the foundation of over 20 years of friendships, Coastal Ridge is a vertically integrated multifamily real estate operator, investor, and developer whose unique approach successfully combines data and experience. Supported by over 800 real estate professionals with deep sector expertise, we have quickly grown into a leader in the multifamily industry.

Our values are based on relationships and driven by honesty, integrity, and trust. What You’ll Get: As a Coastal Ridge Real Estate associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. We are committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our culture and the needs of our associates.