Network Administrator

About the role

Join a dynamic team supporting the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Network Administrator in a hybrid, on‑site role based in Richmond. This mid‑level position manages and optimizes enterprise‑wide network infrastructure across multiple court facilities, handling WAN and LAN management, SD‑WAN operations, network security, and field service responsibilities such as installations, troubleshooting, and site visits. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure robust, secure, and reliable network operations while adhering to change‑management and security protocols. This is a contract opportunity with potential for extension and growth within a critical public‑sector environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize enterprise WAN and LAN infrastructure across multiple court sites.
• Operate and maintain Cisco SD‑WAN components (vManage, vSmart, vEdge).
• Implement and enforce network security measures using Cisco ISE, firewalls, VPNs, and Zero‑Trust solutions.
• Perform field visits for hardware installations, onsite support, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure network reliability and compliance with change‑management procedures.
• Document network configurations, changes, and incident resolutions.
• Monitor network performance using tools such as ThousandEyes, SolarWinds/PRTG, and Splunk.

Requirements

• 5+ years of network/WAN administration experience in multi‑site enterprise environments.
• Strong Cisco networking skills, including IOS/NX‑OS, routing, switching, VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP.
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco SD‑WAN (vManage, vSmart, vEdge).
• Expertise in network security using Cisco ISE, firewalls/VPNs; exposure to Duo/Zero Trust.
• CCNA certification (or equivalent).
• Willingness to travel statewide in Virginia for onsite installs and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with monitoring tools such as ThousandEyes, SolarWinds/PRTG, and Splunk.
• Ability to perform field visits, hardware installations, and onsite support.
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• CCNA certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Demonstrated experience in multi‑site network administration and Cisco technologies.
• Readiness to travel throughout Virginia for field work.

Skills

• Cisco IOS/NX‑OS configuration and troubleshooting.
• Routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP) and switching technologies (VLANs, STP, EtherChannel).
• Cisco SD‑WAN deployment and management.
• Network security implementation (Cisco ISE, firewalls, VPNs, Zero Trust).
• Network monitoring and performance analysis (ThousandEyes, SolarWinds/PRTG, Splunk).
• Field installation and hardware support.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Pay

$50.00 per hour

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Support from a dedicated team advocating for your success.