Senior Network Administrator

Senior Network Administrator (Onsite)
Our client, a leading Pacific Northwest utility provider committed to public service and environmental preservation, is looking for a Senior Network Administrator for their Vancouver, Washington location.  In this role you will provide networking connectivity in an Internet/intranet environment. You will assist with maintaining a high performing infrastructure on various network components such as routers, switches, patch panels and fiber/cable plants by installing, configuring, and troubleshooting using provided tools.

This position is a one-year renewable contract that includes employee benefits!  If you feel this position aligns with your professional experience, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities for Senior Network Administrator:

• Serve as senior network administrator, including facilitation of installation, configuration, upgrade and troubleshooting LAN and WAN components such as routers, switches, and monitoring tools.
• Identify and independently solve complex multi-layered client access, data center and network connectivity problems.
• Act as primary point of contact and technical subject matter resource for other Network Administrators in the office and respond to Networking questions from the network and other teams, enhancing productivity and facilitating knowledge transfer.
• Act as primary point of contact on the maintenance of network maps and data spreadsheets using Cisco Catalyst Center and other tools like Visio and Excel.
• Knowledgeable in configuration management, enforcement of configuration management, and zero touch deployments in Cisco Catalyst Center and Gluware.
• Test cables and fiber, monitor network health (frame errors, collisions) and identify setting problems with speed, duplex, and protocol mismatches. Use the graphical (e.g. Cisco Catalyst Center) or command line management interface to modify configurations such as IP routes and VLANs.  In addition, track device performance, errors and traffic using tools such as NetFlow, ExtraHop, Scrutinizer, Splunk, etc.
• Create and troubleshoot network maps and monitor network problems involving connectivity failures with the HTTP, HTTPS, SNMP, SSH, SMTP, FTP, TLS/SSL, ICMP, VOIP and other protocols.
• Identify the need to upgrade or enhance network component capabilities in response to network problems and deficiencies, e.g., degradation of service; may include research and recommend solutions for management approval; assist with implementation of identified solutions.
• Configure and maintain 802.11n and Wi-Fi Networks.
• Configure and maintain 802.1x Port-based Network Access Control using Cisco ISE.
• Utilize network expertise to provide prompt solution for PC and network connectivity problems.
• Communicate with clients and team concerning solutions pertaining to network performance and/or maintenance and facilitate problem resolution.
• Communicate technical information verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical users, utilizing excellent written and oral communication skills, listening skills, patience, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Meet and assist project teams to meet timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Provide a sustainable IT infrastructure by supplying cross training and functional documentation.
• Understand and follow established processes and procedures in an ITIL service model environment including Change Management, Work Tracking and Time Management.
• Keep abreast of the latest computer industry developments in application development, network, user interface, system software, data acquisition and related computer hardware areas.

Requirements/Qualification for Senior Network Administrator:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field is preferred.
  • With an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in applicable fields, 8 years of experience is required. 
  • With an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree not in applicable fields or without a degree, 10 years of experience is required.
  • Applicable Certifications may count for 1 year of experience.
• Experience must include direct work experience in Information Technology performing Network Administration.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or greater (e.g. Cisco Certified Networking Professional [CCNP]) in Routing and Switching or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of and skill in the following areas:
  • Network components, operation and maintenance concepts and methods
  • Network architecture principles, security principles, and concepts
  • Network management tools such as enhanced packet capture, inline tools, and troubleshooting commands (e.g. traceroute).
  • LAN and WAN development principles and methods, including sub-nets, gateways, and firewalls
  • VPN technology principles and concepts
  • Configuration of Cisco routers and switches using cisco catalyst center
  • Wi-Fi concepts and fundamentals
  • Configuration or change management concepts.
  • Building Cat 5e / 6a cables and Cable / Fiber Plant concepts and theories
  • Knowledge and experience supporting additional routing protocols BGP, OSPF etc.

**We are unable to accommodate corp. to corp. candidates**

About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc:
Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in professional services and technology solutions. We are a group of people who not only recognize the importance of representation, but actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about who they hire.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

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