Network Administrator Mid
About The Position
We are seeking a mid-level Network Administrator to support enterprise network operations in a mission-critical environment. This role maintains, troubleshoots, upgrades, and optimizes network infrastructure to provide secure and reliable connectivity for end users. The position involves hands-on work with Cisco networking technologies, routing and switching protocols, and enterprise network administration. This is a contract position based fully onsite in North Chicago, Illinois. Local travel between customer locations may be required. The role is in a fast-paced, mission-focused, collaborative team environment supporting network operations, maintenance, and modernization efforts.
Requirements
- Active Secret Clearance.
- Security+ certification.
- At least 6 years of IT experience, including at least 4 years of network administration experience.
- Experience supporting enterprise network environments.
- Strong troubleshooting skills with routing and switching technologies.
- Experience with Cisco routers.
- Experience with Cisco switches.
- Experience with BGP.
- Experience with OSPF.
- Experience with WAN technologies.
- Experience with network monitoring and diagnostics.
- Ability to obtain a CCNA certification within 6 months of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience supporting large-scale enterprise networks.
- Knowledge of network architecture, design, and infrastructure planning.
- Familiarity with configuration management and network documentation processes.
- Experience working in secure or regulated environments.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot network outages and performance issues involving routing, switching, and WAN connectivity.
- Install, configure, and maintain Cisco routers, switches, and related network equipment.
- Monitor network health, performance, and availability.
- Support network modernization, upgrades, and hardware refresh initiatives.
- Perform network maintenance, configuration management, and system documentation.
- Assist with testing, integration, and deployment of new network solutions.
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements and network security controls.
- Coordinate installation and maintenance activities with internal stakeholders.
- Participate in troubleshooting efforts to quickly resolve operational issues.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to eligibility.
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage, subject to eligibility.
- 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions, subject to eligibility.
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for the employee and dependents, subject to eligibility.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage, subject to eligibility.
- Health Spending Account (HSA), subject to eligibility.
- Transportation benefits, subject to eligibility.
- Employee Assistance Program, subject to eligibility.
- Time off/leave, which may include PTO, vacation, or sick leave, subject to eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
