Network Administrator

ONSITE POSITION - CONTRACT TO HIRE

Top Skills' Details

5 - 7 years with the skills below

1. Enterprise network administration with a focus on managing, maintaining, and supporting large‑scale Cisco Catalyst and Meraki environments.

2. Advanced network technologies expertise, including switching, firewalls, wireless networks, SD‑WAN, VPN, and fiber networking.

3. Network security controls implementation and support across all layers of the network infrastructure.

Description

Key Responsibilities

Configure, operate, and diagnose issues with Cisco Catalyst Layer 2/Layer 3 switching environments

Oversee Cisco Meraki MX security appliances, MS switching platforms, and MR wireless infrastructure

Support and maintain LAN/WAN connectivity across customer locations and field sites

Set up and manage both site‑to‑site and remote-access VPN solutions

Build and enforce firewall configurations, access controls, NAT policies, and segmented network zones

Assist with SD‑WAN implementations and ensure resiliency for carrier circuits

Troubleshoot fiber links, optics/SFP modules, and structured cabling components

Deploy, tune, and enhance Meraki wireless environments, including RF optimization

Track and assess network health, performance, and reliability

Maintain thorough and current documentation, diagrams, and network inventories

Deliver Tier 2 and Tier 3 escalated network support

Partner with ISPs, service vendors, and external contractors

Travel Requirement

This role involves approximately 10–25% travel to customer locations and project sites. Travel may include network diagnostics, new‑site buildouts, ISP or fiber installations, and infrastructure upgrade work. Some short‑notice travel may be necessary.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or equivalent professional background

3+ years of experience supporting enterprise network environments

Strong proficiency with Cisco Catalyst and Meraki technologies

Practical knowledge of SD‑WAN, VPN implementations, ACLs, VLANs, and routing protocols

Experience working with fiber‑based network systems

Preferred Qualifications

Cisco CCNA or CCNP certification

background supporting distributed, multi‑location environments

Awareness of cloud or hybrid networking concepts (Azure experience preferred)

Work Environment

Includes a blend of office work, remote network management, and on‑site technical support. Some after‑hours or weekend activity may be required for maintenance windows or unplanned outages.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Network uptime and stability across all environments

Mean Time to Detect (MTTD) and Mean Time to Resolve (MTTR) for incidents

On‑time execution of planned changes, upgrades, and deployments

Reduction of recurring issues or preventable outages

Wireless performance, reliability, and signal coverage

Adherence to security requirements and internal policies

Accuracy and completeness of all network documentation

Reporting and Documentation

Deliver periodic network health, availability, and performance summaries to leadership

Provide incident reporting, including root‑cause analysis and remediation steps

Keep network diagrams, configuration records, and asset inventories current

Track ISP performance, outages, and SLA compliance

Contribute to capacity planning and continuous improvement initiatives

Managed Service Provider (MSP) Coordination

Partner with the Network MSP for monitoring, incident handling, and escalations

Serve as the internal technical liaison for MSP‑related activities

Review MSP ticket handling, outcomes, and adherence to SLAs

Collaborate with the MSP on architecture updates, enhancement projects, and security initiatives

Ensure smooth knowledge transfer, documentation accuracy, and alignment between internal teams and the MSP

Skills

Network engineering, Firewall, Cisco routers

Top Skills Details

Network engineering,Firewall,Cisco routers

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Cisco

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Roanoke, VA.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Roanoke,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 2026.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.