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Job ID: JOB_ID_3332
Job Title: Network Administrator
We are seeking an experienced Network Administrator to join our team for an onsite role in Miami, FL. This is a 6-month contract position with the potential for extension.
Responsibilities:
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with Cisco routing and switching platforms (IOS upgrades, core/access layer architecture).
- Proven experience upgrading Arista, and Palo Alto network equipment and configurations.
- Strong experience with Cisco IOS/XE, Arista EOS, and network automation tools.
- Hands-on experience with SD-WAN technologies and centralized management platforms.
- Solid understanding of routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP) and Layer 2 technologies (VLANs, STP).
- Familiarity with network monitoring tools (e.g., NetScout, Cisco DNAC, NetFlow, SNMP).
- Proficiency with network automation tools, particularly Ansible, for configuration management and deployment automation.
- Strong understanding of network protocols, VLANs, routing, switching, and firewall policy management.
- Experience managing ruggedized network equipment in industrial or utility environments (preferred).
- Demonstrated ability to manage incident and problem tickets with strong troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with project planning, scheduling, and execution.
- Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Availability to participate in On-Call rotation for 24/7 operational support.
- Experience with network security concepts and integration with firewalls and NAC.
- Certifications such as CCNP, Arista ACE, CWNA, or SD-WAN vendor certifications are a plus.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
- Experience with NetFlow, SNMP, and Syslog for monitoring.
Infrastructure Modernization & Upgrades:
- Lead network infrastructure upgrade projects across enterprise environments.
- Upgrade Cisco, Arista, and Palo Alto network devices to Gold Standard versions, including core switches, access switches, routers, and firewalls.
- Manage and upgrade substation power grid Cisco rugged switches/routers supporting critical energy operations.
- Leverage automation tools such as Ansible to streamline upgrade processes, ensure consistency, and improve operational efficiency.
Operational Support & Service Management:
- Respond to and resolve incident tickets during business hours, ensuring timely restoration of network services.
- Participate in 24/7 On-Call rotation to provide after-hours support for urgent network issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex network problems.
- Investigate and document root causes for problem tickets, developing permanent solutions to prevent recurrence.
- Provision network resources including VLANs, switch ports, server connectivity, routing configurations, and firewall rules via Work Order (WO) fulfillment.
Project Planning & Execution:
- Develop detailed project plans for network upgrades and infrastructure maintenance.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to schedule maintenance windows and minimize business impact.
- Document network configurations, upgrade procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Provide status updates and communicate project progress to leadership and technical teams.
- Ensure compliance with change management processes and regulatory requirements.
Special Requirements
On-Call rotation required. Certifications such as CCNP, Arista ACE, CWNA, or SD-WAN vendor certifications are a plus.
Compensation & Location
Salary: $70,000 – $100,000 per year (Estimated)
Location: Miami, FL
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Email: .s@siriinfoinc.com
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