Sr Network Administrator

Black Box•Norfolk, VA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The customer is in the process of standardizing on a Cisco network and requires an experienced Network Administrator. The IT staff is currently learning and implementing network changes simultaneously, which is proving challenging. This role is on-site, preferably for someone in the Norfolk area. The administrator will be responsible for configuring and monitoring the network, developing documentation, and transferring knowledge to the ORF IT staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies.
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, routing, switching, and network security.
Experience with Cisco IOS, NX-OS, and network management tools.
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in enterprise environments.
Solid documentation skills and experience creating technical artifacts.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
Proactive, detail-oriented, and self-driven
Strong collaboration and mentoring abilities

Nice To Haves

Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE preferred).
Experience with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, etc.).
Familiarity with cloud networking (Azure, AWS) and hybrid environments.
Experience working in knowledge transfer or training-focused roles.

Responsibilities

Configure, deploy, and maintain Cisco-based network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
Monitor network performance, availability, and security using enterprise monitoring tools.
Troubleshoot network issues and outages, ensuring timely resolution with minimal downtime.
Perform regular system upgrades, patching, and firmware updates for Cisco devices.
Implement and manage VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), and network segmentation.
Maintain network security through proper configuration of firewalls, VPNs, and access controls.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement remediation measures.
Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory security standards.
Develop and maintain detailed network documentation including topology diagrams, configurations, SOPs, and operational runbooks.
Establish best practices for network management and operational procedures.
Ensure documentation is regularly updated and accessible to the IT team.
Provide structured knowledge transfer to ORF IT staff through training sessions, workshops, and hands-on demonstrations.
Mentor internal staff to build in-house networking capability and reduce external dependencies.
Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to support infrastructure projects and integrations.
Evaluate network performance and recommend improvements or upgrades.
Stay current with Cisco technologies, network trends, and industry best practices.
Support capacity planning and scalability initiatives.