TEKsystems · 5 hours ago
Network Administrator
Roanoke, VA
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$35/hr - $40/hr
5+ years expTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are seeking a Network Administrator. The role involves managing and supporting large-scale Cisco environments, implementing network security controls, and ensuring LAN/WAN connectivity across customer locations.
Information Technology
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
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
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
Qualification
Required
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
Cisco CCNA or CCNP certification
background supporting distributed, multi‑location environments
Awareness of cloud or hybrid networking concepts (Azure experience preferred)
Benefits
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)
Company
TEKsystems
At TEKsystems, they understand people. Every year they deploy over 80,000 IT professionals at 6,000 client sites across North America,
10001+ employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Ryan Skains
Vice President, TEKsystems Global Services
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