Network Administrator

Title: Network EngineerLocation: Milpitas CA 95035Duration: 12+ MonthsPosition Summary:Job SummaryHands-on Network Administrator with strong Cisco switch configuration experience.CCNA certification is mandatory (minimum requirement). Candidates without CCNA are unlikely to be considered.Minimum 5 years of networking experience, preferably supporting enterprise/campus networks.100% onsite in Milpitas, CA – no remote or hybrid option.Someone who can deploy, configure, and decommission network equipment during campus expansion projects—not someone who designs network architecture.Must-Have SkillsCCNA certification (required).Experience configuring Cisco Catalyst 9300 switches (most important skill).Strong understanding of Layer 2 networking.Experience deploying, configuring, and decommissioning Cisco switches.Ability to support network changes without causing broadcast storms or network disruptions.Experience working on campus network environments.5+ years of practical network administration/engineering experience.Preferred (Nice-to-Have) SkillsExperience with Arista switches (7050 series).Experience with SolarWinds Orion.Experience with Cacti monitoring.Experience updating monitoring tools after switch deployment/removal.Experience in large enterprise environments.Network Engineer, Network Operations Engineer, Data Center Technician, or Network Technician backgrounds are all acceptable if they have strong Cisco configuration experience.What the Candidate Will DoConfigure and deploy Cisco switches.Decommission old network equipment.Support ongoing campus expansion and clean room projects.Update SolarWinds Orion and Cacti after deployments.Participate in project meetings.Occasionally assist operations when project work is light.Follow engineering designs rather than creating them.EducationEducation is not important.High school diploma is acceptable.The manager specifically stated that practical networking skills are much more valuable than advanced degrees.Experience LevelMinimum: 5 years.More experienced candidates (10+ years) are acceptable if they fit the budget.A separate senior-level opening may be considered for exceptional candidates with CCNP/CCIE.Interview ProcessManager screening.Technical interview with the U.S. networking team.Technical interview with an overseas networking team member.