New

Network Administrator

TEKsystems
$35.00 - $40.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Virginia, Roanoke
Feb 14, 2026
ONSITE POSITION - CONTRACT TO HIRE Top Skills' Details 5 - 7 years with the skills below 1. Enterprise network administration with a focus on managing, maintaining, and supporting largescale Cisco Catalyst and Meraki environments. 2. Advanced network technologies expertise, including switching, firewalls, wireless networks, SDWAN, VPN, and fiber networking. 3. Network security controls implementation and support across all layers of the network infrastructure. Description Key Responsibilities Configure, operate, and diagnose issues with Cisco Catalyst Layer 2/Layer 3 switching environments Oversee Cisco Meraki MX security appliances, MS switching platforms, and MR wireless infrastructure Support and maintain LAN/WAN connectivity across customer locations and field sites Set up and manage both sitetosite and remote-access VPN solutions Build and enforce firewall configurations, access controls, NAT policies, and segmented network zones Assist with SDWAN implementations and ensure resiliency for carrier circuits Troubleshoot fiber links, optics/SFP modules, and structured cabling components Deploy, tune, and enhance Meraki wireless environments, including RF optimization Track and assess network health, performance, and reliability Maintain thorough and current documentation, diagrams, and network inventories Deliver Tier 2 and Tier 3 escalated network support Partner with ISPs, service vendors, and external contractors Travel Requirement This role involves approximately 10-25% travel to customer locations and project sites. Travel may include network diagnostics, newsite buildouts, ISP or fiber installations, and infrastructure upgrade work. Some shortnotice travel may be necessary. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or equivalent professional background 3+ years of experience supporting enterprise network environments Strong proficiency with Cisco Catalyst and Meraki technologies Practical knowledge of SDWAN, VPN implementations, ACLs, VLANs, and routing protocols Experience working with fiberbased network systems Preferred Qualifications Cisco CCNA or CCNP certification background supporting distributed, multilocation environments Awareness of cloud or hybrid networking concepts (Azure experience preferred) Work Environment Includes a blend of office work, remote network management, and onsite technical support. Some afterhours or weekend activity may be required for maintenance windows or unplanned outages. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Network uptime and stability across all environments Mean Time to Detect (MTTD) and Mean Time to Resolve (MTTR) for incidents Ontime execution of planned changes, upgrades, and deployments Reduction of recurring issues or preventable outages Wireless performance, reliability, and signal coverage Adherence to security requirements and internal policies Accuracy and completeness of all network documentation Reporting and Documentation Deliver periodic network health, availability, and performance summaries to leadership Provide incident reporting, including rootcause analysis and remediation steps Keep network diagrams, configuration records, and asset inventories current Track ISP performance, outages, and SLA compliance Contribute to capacity planning and continuous improvement initiatives Managed Service Provider (MSP) Coordination Partner with the Network MSP for monitoring, incident handling, and escalations Serve as the internal technical liaison for MSPrelated activities Review MSP ticket handling, outcomes, and adherence to SLAs Collaborate with the MSP on architecture updates, enhancement projects, and security initiatives Ensure smooth knowledge transfer, documentation accuracy, and alignment between internal teams and the MSP Skills Network engineering, Firewall, Cisco routers Top Skills Details Network engineering,Firewall,Cisco routers Additional Skills & Qualifications Cisco Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Roanoke, VA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Roanoke,VA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.