Network Administrator

The client is seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment across multiple U.S. facilities. This role blends advanced Tier 2 and Tier 3 responsibilities, including firewall administration, wireless design, routing/switching, and hands-on support for plant operations. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, a proactive problem solver, and a dependable team player with an "I got it" mentality. This position requires hybrid on-site presence in Murfreesboro and Smyrna, TN, with periodic travel to additional plant locations. Skills Firewall, Router, Cisco routers, Troubleshooting, Switches, Wireless, Network engineering, Ccna, Paloalto Top Skills' Details 1.Firewall & Security -Perform firewall administration, rule creation, and monitoring -Maintain strong operational uptime ("keep the lights on") -Support governance activities as needed -Palo Alto experience is a plus 2.Wireless Networking -Configure and manage Meraki wireless across multiple plants -Support one Cisco WLC-based plant -Build wireless templates and profiles -Conduct wireless site surveys using newly acquired survey tools -Troubleshoot and optimize wireless performance 3.Routing & Switching -Support Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching -Configure and troubleshoot OSPF -Work with traditional Cisco environments transitioning to Meraki 4.Operational Support -Provide advanced Tier 2 support and assist Tier 1 teams when needed -Cover for technicians during PTO (3-4 weeks per year) -Work from a ticketing system and respond to issues via Teams chat -Participate in the escalation chain for critical outages Support weekend outage windows and occasional off-shift work

Cisco Meraki experience a plus Customer service skills, team player, able to work in a fast pace environment CCNA is not required but nice.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Murfreesboro, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $48.00/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)

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