Network Administrator

Our client is seeking a Contract Network Administrator for a 6-8 week onsite engagement in Vancouver, WA. This role will provide hands-on support for the organization's network infrastructure, server environment, security systems, and end-user connectivity. The ideal candidate is an experienced IT professional who can quickly assess, troubleshoot, and maintain critical technology systems in a fast-paced operational environment., * Administer, configure, and support enterprise firewall and network security platforms, including policy management, VPN connectivity, and troubleshooting.

• Maintain and troubleshoot network infrastructure, including switches, routers, VLANs, wireless networks, and remote access technologies.
• Manage directory services, user accounts, security groups, and access policies.
• Administer Windows-based server environments, including core infrastructure services.
• Monitor network performance and proactively resolve connectivity, performance, and infrastructure issues.
• Support secure remote access solutions for employees, contractors, and business partners.
• Assist with endpoint security administration and cybersecurity best practices.
• Execute backup and disaster recovery procedures and validate recovery readiness.
• Perform patch management and routine system maintenance activities.
• Respond to and resolve technical issues through the organization's service desk platform.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Utilize scripting and automation tools to improve operational efficiency.
• Support technology systems in a manufacturing, industrial, or operational environment.

• 3+ years of experience in Network Administration, Systems Administration, or a related infrastructure support role.
• Experience administering enterprise firewall and security solutions.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including routing, switching, VLANs, wireless networking, TCP/IP, and VPN technologies.
• Experience managing directory services, user accounts, security groups, and access controls.
• Experience supporting Windows Server environments and core infrastructure services.
• Knowledge of backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes.
• Experience with patch management and routine systems maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting skills related to network performance, infrastructure, and end-user connectivity.
• Experience utilizing ticketing, IT service management, or help desk systems.
• Working knowledge of scripting or automation tools.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work onsite in Vancouver, WA for the duration of the assignment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with endpoint protection, endpoint detection and response (EDR), or cybersecurity platforms.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, or production environments.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity awareness and user training programs.
• Relevant industry certifications such as Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA, security, networking, or firewall administration certifications.

$40 - $55 an hour - Contract