Location: Leander,TX, USA
Hybrid work environment: Leander TX, 4 days onsite each week Pay Rate: $60-$65 hourly (benefits available but not included in hourly rate) 12 month Contract to Hire Role Network Administrator We're seeking a skilled professional to oversee and optimize network hardware, interfaces, and deployments, as well as provide network analytics and reporting. Key Responsibilities: Maintain and configure network hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and SD-WAN systems. Build and test new interfaces, deploy hardware, and ensure network stability. Conduct network analytics, monitor activity, and report findings. Support network security through configuring firewalls, VPNs, and implementing enterprise security protocols. Integrate load balancing solutions, manage Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP. Technical Qualifications: Proficiency with Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN devices (CCNA or Cisco CCNP level certification required). Strong knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and network protocols (SNMP, multicast, 802.1x, 802.1q, 802.1d). Experience with load balancing integration, enterprise hardware, and network security best practices. Familiarity with x86 Microsoft Windows servers, storage solutions (e.g., EMC, IBM, HP, PURE), and mobile devices. Expertise with enterprise software, including VMWare, LDAP, and MS Exchange, along with OS and network configurations (Windows Server, Citrix, TCP/IP, L2/L3 switches). Proficiency in MS Office Suite, SharePoint, and Visio. Preferred Skills: Knowledge of Unified Computing Systems (UCS), additional network/hardware vendors like Juniper or Alcatel/Lucent. Network monitoring experience (Solarwinds, Tripwire) and load balancing solutions. Additional Requirements: Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle (mileage reimbursement available for site visits). Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Capability to execute architecture and design plans through stabilization phases. Pay Details: $60.00 to $65.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance