Network Administrator

Role: Sr. Network Administrator

Location: Wichita, KS

Duration: Long Term

Network Administrator with experience in Cisco Routing and Switching and WLAN . 

Required Qualifications:

• Candidate must be located within commuting distance of Wichita; KS be willing to relocate to these areas.
• This position may require travel in the US.
• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution.
• Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
• At Least 10 years of experience in Information Technology.
• At least 8 years of experience in Cisco Routing and Switching and WLAN .
• Experienced Network Resource to manage, support, and optimize our network infrastructure, which includes Cisco Core Routers/Switches, Distribution and End-Access Switches, Wireless Controllers, and Wireless Access Points. 
• Administer and support Cisco Core Routers, Cisco Distribution and Access Switches, and Wireless Controllers.
• Ensure the optimal configuration, performance, and uptime of networking devices, including switches, routers, and wireless infrastructure.
• Monitor, manage, and troubleshoot networking devices and associated hardware.

Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting:
Proactively monitor network performance, availability, and traffic patterns to ensure a seamless and efficient network environment.
Troubleshoot network issues, including connectivity problems, slow network performance, and hardware failures.

• Configure, deploy, and manage Cisco Core Routers, Distribution Switches, and End-Access Switches in a multi-site environment.
• Support, configure, and troubleshoot Wireless Controllers and Wireless Access Points (APs) to ensure reliable wireless connectivity.
  Optimize Wi-Fi network performance by managing AP placement, channel planning, and network security settings.
• Assist with the installation, configuration, and maintenance of wireless networks, ensuring secure and efficient wireless access for users.
• Candidates authorized to work for any employer in the United States without employer-based visa sponsorship are welcome to apply.

Preferred Qualifications: ITIL Foundation certification or similar IT service management certification.
Strong communication and Analytical skills.
Ability to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environment.
Experience and desire to work in a Global delivery environment.
Have good knowledge on Troubleshooting and providing speedy solution 
Plan and execute network upgrades, patches, and firmware updates for Cisco switches, routers, and wireless controllers.
Ensure minimal downtime during system maintenance and upgrades by coordinating with other IT teams and scheduling maintenance windows.
Stay current with Cisco’s software and firmware updates and apply security patches in a timely manner.

Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity:
•    Implement network redundancy, failover, and recovery procedures to ensure network availability in case of failure.
•    Assist in the development and testing of disaster recovery plans and network restoration procedures.
•    Participate in business continuity exercises to ensure that the network infrastructure supports organizational recovery goals.