Network Administrator

We are seeking a skilled Network Administrator to support and maintain enterprise network infrastructure across multiple locations. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, administration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of network and security systems, with a strong focus on Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco Meraki networking solutions, and Scale Computing hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI). The ideal candidate will have experience managing secure, highly available environments while ensuring optimal network performance, cybersecurity compliance, and business continuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and support Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including security policies, VPNs, NAT, URL filtering, and threat prevention services.

• Manage and maintain Cisco Meraki switches, wireless access points, security appliances, and cloud-based network management platforms.

• Support and administer Scale Computing HCI environments, including virtualization, storage, backup, and disaster recovery functions.

• Monitor network performance and proactively identify and resolve connectivity, security, and infrastructure issues.

• Configure and maintain routing, switching, VLANs, WAN connectivity, DNS, DHCP, and network segmentation.

• Implement and maintain network security controls and ensure adherence to cybersecurity best practices.

• Support server infrastructure, Active Directory integration, and cloud connectivity initiatives.

• Perform system upgrades, firmware updates, patch management, and infrastructure documentation.

• Assist with business continuity planning, backup validation, and disaster recovery testing.

• Provide technical support and serve as an escalation point for network-related incidents and service requests.

• Collaborate with IT teams, vendors, and business stakeholders on infrastructure projects and technology improvements.

• 3+ years of experience administering enterprise network environments.

• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls.

• Experience managing Cisco Meraki networking solutions.

• Experience supporting Scale Computing or similar virtualization/HCI platforms.

• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPNs, VLANs, wireless networking, and network security.

• Experience with Windows Server environments, Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.

• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and network monitoring tools.

• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Palo Alto (PCNSA/PCNSE), Cisco Meraki, Cisco CCNA, or related certifications.

• Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS.

• Experience with backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.

• Familiarity with scripting and automation tools for infrastructure management.

3.63.6 out of 5 stars Boulder, CO 80323 Hybrid work $60 - $65 an hour - Temp-to-hire