Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States of America
Contract
2 days ago
$104,000 USD
No Visa Sponsorship
Key skills
AnsibleDNSiOS
About this role
Role Overview
Manage, configure, and maintain campus-wide routing, core, access, server, and storage network infrastructure, supporting both core and backbone networks.
Implement and optimize protocols such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, HSRP, VRRP, and LACP.
Oversee network connectivity and ensure high performance and reliability across all locations.
Administer and maintain integrated core network services: DNS (Domain Name System), DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), IP Address Management (IPAM), and network authentication systems including RADIUS services.
Monitor and optimize DDI and RADIUS systems to ensure reliable, secure, and high-performance network operations.
Perform software updates and lifecycle management for networking hardware and software.
Automate network tasks using scripting languages and platforms such as Ansible.
Implement and manage network monitoring tools to collect, analyze, and report on network statistics and performance metrics.
Diagram network architectures and document configurations.
Collaborate with IT teams and campus stakeholders to deliver technical solutions; communicate effectively with technical and non-technical colleagues.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
Proven track record in designing, configuring, and managing large-scale enterprise networks
Demonstrated expertise in Cisco IOS/NX-OS and HPE Aruba switches
Advanced knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP) and redundancy technologies (HSRP, VRRP)
A current industry certification in routing (a CCNP Enterprise or equivalent) is required; if not currently certified, certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire
Experience with Cisco Nexus and HPE Aruba platforms is highly desirable
Experience automating network tasks using Ansible or similar tools is highly desirable
Experience managing networks in an educational environment is highly desirable.