Network Administrator Bogotá, Colombia

Nordicrecruiters; Bogotá ciudad; On-site; COP 60,000,000 - 100,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Learning and development support

Global/international team experience

Lunch provision and gym access

Job summary

Nordicrecruiters is seeking an experienced Network Administrator in Bogotá to support a gaming-studio infrastructure and global-scale operations. You will design and maintain critical network services, ensuring reliability, security, and high performance in a 24/7 live environment.

The role requires hands-on experience with Cisco equipment, Windows and Linux systems, and strong English/Spanish communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering or administration.
• Strong expertise with Cisco networking gear and TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, routing, and security.
• Solid experience managing Windows and Linux systems and modern network services.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken) with clear communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain network infrastructure including switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless APs for 24/7 live-studio environments.
• Oversee daily network operations, monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement optimizations to prevent downtime.
• Provide system administration support for Windows and Linux environments, including VPNs, firewalls, and access controls.
• Diagnose complex network problems using tools like Wireshark and monitoring platforms (PRTG, Zabbix, Nagios) and deploy effective fixes.
• Ensure security and operational standards, manage documentation, and support deployments and upgrades as needed.

Skills

Network engineering

Cisco expertise

Windows administration

Linux administration

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

Wireshark

PRTG

Zabbix

Nagios

Job description

Are you ready to advance your network-engineering career in Bogotá a dynamic capital city where culture, opportunity, and growth converge? We are seeking an experienced Network Administrator to join a growing team supporting gaming-studio infrastructure, delivering mission-critical network services, and contributing to global-scale operations all while enjoying life in Colombias vibrant capital.

What youll do

• Design, configure, and maintain network infrastructure switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points to ensure reliability, security, and high performance in a 24/7 live-studio environment.
• Oversee daily network operations: monitor traffic and performance, proactively troubleshoot routing, switching, wireless or connectivity issues, and implement optimizations to avoid downtime.
• Provide system administration support for both Windows and Linux environments: manage network services, security protocols, VPNs, firewalls, and access controls.
• Diagnose complex network problems using tools such as packet analyzers or monitoring platforms (e.g. Wireshark, PRTG/Zabbix/Nagios) and implement effective solutions.
• Ensure full compliance with security and operational standards, manage documentation, and support upgrades, expansions or new deployments as needed.

What were looking for

• At least 5 years of experience in network engineering or administration, ideally in high-availability or live-service environments.
• Strong expertise managing Cisco (or equivalent) networking equipment, and deep knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, routing protocols, network security, wireless infrastructure.
• Solid experience with both Windows and Linux system administration, and familiarity with modern network services and security best practices.
• Proficiency in both English and Spanish (written and spoken); good communication, problem-solving skills, and ability to work flexibly in a rotating shift schedule when required.
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset able to anticipate issues, act with urgency under pressure, and maintain high standards of network reliability.

Whats on offer

• Competitive salary and benefits, with clear opportunities for career growth in network and IT operations.
• A role in a global, high-performance technical team working on infrastructure supporting live operations and international services.
• Learning and development support through dedicated platforms, enabling you to sharpen your technical skills and advance professionally.
• Additional benefits (once operations are live), such as medical assistance, daily lunch provision, gym access all part of a commitment to a healthy, balanced workplace.
• The chance to live in Bogotá a city known for vibrant culture, affordable living, and a burgeoning tech scene that makes it increasingly attractive for skilled professionals.

Why Bogotá?

Bogotá offers a compelling mix of professional opportunity and quality of life. Its growing tech and business ecosystem is attracting multinationals and international companies, creating demand for skilled IT and network professionals.
Living costs housing, food, services tend to be more affordable compared with many global tech hubs, which means your salary and benefits can stretch further.
Additionally, Bogotá provides a rich cultural and lifestyle backdrop: a dynamic arts scene, abundant co-working spaces and modern amenities, plus opportunities for weekend getaways across Colombia.

If you are passionate about building robust network infrastructures, enjoy technical challenges, and are ready to contribute to a growing international team all while exploring life in one of Latin Americas most interesting capitals wed love to receive your application.