Network Administrator

Description

We are looking for an experienced Network Administrator to support a wholesale distribution organization in Rancho Cordova, California. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can manage complex network environments, strengthen site connectivity, and help maintain reliable infrastructure across multiple locations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise with Aruba EdgeConnect and carrier circuit coordination, along with the ability to work onsite and contribute quickly in a fast-moving operational setting.

Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day administration of enterprise network infrastructure to ensure stable, secure, and efficient connectivity across offices and operational sites.
Configure, deploy, and support Aruba EdgeConnect firewall solutions, including related orchestration and backend management activities.
Coordinate with telecommunications providers to activate, validate, and troubleshoot carrier circuits for new and existing locations.
Lead network refresh efforts by planning and executing switch replacement projects for remote branches and manufacturing facilities.
Perform testing and verification of network changes to confirm services are fully operational before handoff or project completion.
Support network improvements across a growing multi-site environment, including connectivity planning for numerous current and upcoming locations.
Maintain and update network components within Aruba Central, including firmware management, endpoint-related support, and VLAN administration.
Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to resolve infrastructure issues involving cameras, firewalls, and other connected systems.
Contribute to operational processes tied to network change approvals and infrastructure documentation to support consistent service delivery.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in network administration within enterprise or multi-site environments.
Strong hands-on expertise with Aruba EdgeConnect, including firewall configuration and Silver Peak-related technologies.
Proven experience working with telecommunications carriers to provision, test, and support network circuits.
Solid background in firewall technologies, LAN administration, and overall network troubleshooting.
Working knowledge of Cisco networking and Cisco routers in a business-critical environment.
Familiarity with Active Directory and its interaction with enterprise infrastructure services.
Ability to work onsite in Rancho Cordova, California and become productive quickly in a fast-paced team setting.

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