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# Senior Network Administrator

- **Company:** BRIGHT LIGHTS NETWORK LLC
- **Location:** Houston, TX, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $94,000.0 - $98,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Complex Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Firmware, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Paessler Router Traffic Grapher, Windows PowerShell, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, TCP/IP, Wireshark, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Networks, Network Routers, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Load Balancing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), 3-tier Architectures, Firewall Services Module, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco
- **Published:** September 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d99beb6fee8738b7

## About the Role

* 5+ years of experience as a Senior Network Administrator, Network Engineer, or Systems Administrator managing enterprise networks.
 * Advanced hands-on proficiency with Cisco, Juniper, or Palo Alto hardware, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and switching architectures.
 * Deep technical understanding of TCP/IP, IPsec VPNs, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Wireshark, PRTG).
 * Scripting experience using Python, Ansible, or PowerShell for network automation and configuration management.
 * Must be authorized to work in the US without requiring employer visa sponsorship.
 * Desirable: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT; CCNP Enterprise, JNCIP, or PCNSE certifications.

## Description

* Infrastructure Administration: Configure, maintain, and optimize enterprise routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless networks across multi-site environments.
 * Network Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Monitor network performance, identify bandwidth bottlenecks, and lead Tier 3 technical troubleshooting to resolve complex network outages promptly.
 * Security & Access Control: Implement zero-trust security controls, configure VPNs, manage VLAN segmentation, and maintain firewalls in compliance with enterprise security policies.
 * Cloud & Hybrid Integration: Partner with cloud engineering teams to optimize cloud network connectivity (AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute) and SD-WAN infrastructure.
 * Maintenance & Upgrades: Plan and execute firmware updates, hardware refreshes, disaster recovery tests, and network configuration backups to maintain high operational uptime.