How to hire an associate network analyst

How to hire an associate network analyst, step by step

Here's a step-by-step associate network analyst hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an associate network analyst job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new associate network analyst
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the associate network analyst you need to hire. Certain associate network analyst roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   Hiring the perfect associate network analyst also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   The following list breaks down different types of associate network analysts and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Associate Network Analyst	Description	Hourly rate
   Associate Network Analyst	Computer network architects design and build data communication networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and intranets. These networks range from small connections between two offices to next-generation networking capabilities such as a cloud infrastructure that serves multiple customers.	$25-49
   Lead Data Architect	Lead Data Architects are experienced employees who manage the data architecture needs of the company. They also manage the data architects who fulfill these needs... Show more	$40-71
   Voice Engineer	A voice engineer is responsible for evaluating the efficiency and performance of voice over internet protocols (VoIP) to support the optimization of system networks for operations. Voice engineers design and manage the features of the VoIP and ensure that the transmissions meet the quality standards and specifications... Show more	$33-58

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • NetCool
   • Switches
   • Connectivity Issues
   • NOC
   • Routers
   • DCO
   • VPN
   • Lan
   • Customer Issues
   • Remedy
   • OSPF
   • Windows XP
   • Windows Server
   • BGP

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   Responsibilities:

   • Coordinate marketing brainstorming meetings, prepare minutes, manage project follow-up, and create summary PowerPoint presentations.
   • Research and correlate events to various switches and routers to determine issues on the network.
   • Install and troubleshoot Cisco switches.
   • Install and configure Cisco VOIP phones.
   • Resolve a history of problematic network failure by troubleshooting LAN connections.
   • Coordinate marketing brainstorming meetings, prepare minutes, manage project follow-up, and create summary PowerPoint presentations.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your associate network analyst job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An associate network analyst can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, associate network analysts' average salary in missouri is 35% less than in new jersey.
   • Seniority. Entry-level associate network analysts 50% less than senior-level associate network analysts.
   • Certifications. An associate network analyst with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an associate network analyst's salary.

   Average associate network analyst salary

   $73,505yearly

   $35.34 hourly rate

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   Entry-level associate network analyst salary

   $52,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

4. Writing an associate network analyst job description

   An associate network analyst job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of an associate network analyst job description:

   Associate network analyst job description example

   When it comes to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our customers and employees, USAble Life (a Life & Specialty Ventures Company) is always ready.
   
   At USAble Life, we strive to have a positive impact in the lives of others, especially our employees. We are a diverse group of individuals working together to go the extra mile. Bring your talents and expertise to join our team, and you'll be rewarded with opportunities for personal and professional development. Our passion for delivering the best products is matched by our passion for our people.
   
   USAble Life has made Arkansas Business Magazine's list of "Best Places to Work" for an impressive fifth consecutive year in a row! This, coupled with our engaging culture and a comprehensive benefits package, ensures we are committed to our employees.
   Life Takes You Places! Are you ready to join us?
   
   An Associate Provider Relations Network Analyst will:
   
   Support Dental Provider Relations and Network Management's business plans and goals, and actively support the Cloud based network management system and related provider data system and processes. Support all aspects of the provider contracting process and management of provider data for all participating dental providers. Using the Cloud, complete the data entry requirements of all provider file additions, changes and deletions for all dental agreements, strive to ensure all provider data is updated and accurate. Triage and perform quality control for all dental provider contracts. Develop and maintain monthly and adhoc reports for Network Management. Provide analysis of data for network recruitment, support product development initiatives and management of the dental network. Facilitate transition of any ongoing reporting needs and files to LSV-IT. Assist, contribute and participate in the on going development and support of the Cloud database. Participate in the process of proposing process improvements and assists in the training of staff on cloud workflow processes. Prepare and monitor monthly provider audit reports for large group dental practices. Support provider training as needed, such as coordinating training session scheduling and assisting in the preparation of materials. Support all provider data-related projects as needed. Support the ongoing relationships with external vendors in support of the contract management process. Identify system related, credentialing and/or provider file processing issues along with proposed solutions. Participate in workgroups and attend meetings to represent the unit whenever necessary. Support innovative and creative solutions that result in increased levels of provider satisfaction. Share information and works in collaboration with all members of all teams towards LSV goals.
   
   Essential Duties:
   
   Develop and maintain internal reporting and dashboards for dental network operations management and internal staff. Facilitate transition of any ongoing reporting to LSV-IT. Provide in depth analysis of provider data for network recruitment. Support the annual fee allowances analysis. Facilitate transition of any ongoing reporting to LSV-IT. Assist in the annual review of provider manuals. Serve as a SME in the development and ongoing maintenance of the Cloud Database, identifying issues, recommending enhancements, and training staff on workflow processes. Prepare and monitor monthly provider practice audits for large group practices, Perform data transactions for dental providers in Cloud. Prepare provider contracts for execution. Ensure accuracy of provider data, prepares and mails provider agreements for network recruitment. Verify disruption reports. Support provider training as needed. Contribute to the preparation of collateral materials. Assist with the provider credentialing and re-credentialing process including license verification process. Actively participate in initiatives and projects to support Network Management's business plan and goals. Assist with additional provider data-related projects as needed.
   
   Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
   
   Knowledge of provider networks and reporting Highly proficient in MS Office skills, preparation of excel spreadsheets Ability to prioritize work flow and work independently but coordinate efforts within a team Ability to analyze data and present to audiences Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to interact with managers and directors Ability to synthesize data from divergent sources and create a final product with a consistent look and feel
   
   Required Education and Experience:
   
   Associate's degree or equivalent experience 1-3 years analytical experience in reporting; Demonstrate advanced proficiency in data manipulation, report generation and fact based analysis. Or, equivalent military experience
   
   Preferred Education and Experience:
   
   Bachelor's Degree Analytical experience in health or dental reporting. Experience in provider servicing, contracting, developing dental contracts and collateral materials. Experience and competency in Excel and Access databases and configuring reports from those databases. Proven analytical and problem solving experience.
   
   USAble Life employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an employee qualifies for an exception as an accommodation for religious or medical reasons. This requirement applies regardless of work location. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) currently defines people as "fully vaccinated" for COVID-19 two weeks after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna), or two weeks after they have received a single-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson [J&J]/Janssen).
   
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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find associate network analysts for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your associate network analyst job on Zippia to find and attract quality associate network analyst candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit associate network analysts, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   If your interviews with associate network analyst applicants aren't enough to make a decision, you should also consider including a test project. These are often the best, most straightforward, and least bias-prone ways of determining who will likely succeed in the role. If you don't know how to design an appropriate test, you can ask someone else on the team to create it or take a look at these websites to get a few ideas:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new associate network analyst

   Once you've found the associate network analyst candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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