Network Admin L2- Only W2

Saransh Inc; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Saransh Inc in Duluth, MN is seeking a Network Admin L2 to oversee a robust on-premise and cloud-connected network. You will configure routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networks while coordinating with NOC and SOC teams.

Responsibilities include monitoring performance, applying patches, and ensuring high availability. Candidates should have extensive experience with cloud networking, ZTNA, SIEM, and ITSM tooling.

Qualifications

• 14+ years of experience in network administration.
• Experience managing enterprise networks and multiple sites.
• Strong knowledge of routing, switching, VPNs, and firewall policies.
• Familiarity with cloud networking and SD-WAN concepts.
• Proven ability to implement Zero Trust Network Access and SIEM integrations.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless networks.
• Manage LAN, WAN, intranets, VPNs, and MPLS circuits; ensure high availability.
• Monitor network performance; apply patches and maintain hardware inventory.
• Plan and execute network changes via formal change control processes.
• Oversee cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and SD-WAN deployments.
• Implement ZTNA policies; manage NAC, IDS/IPS, and SIEM coordination.
• Generate weekly/monthly SLA and performance reports.

Skills

Routing & Switching

Firewall & VPN

Cloud Networking

Scripting & Automation

Monitoring & Logging

Zero Trust

SIEM

ITIL/ServiceNow

Tools

Datadog

Grafana

Cisco Secure Access Solutions

Zero Trust Network Access

Dynatrace

ServiceNow ITSM

Job description

Position

Network Admin L2 – W2 Position

Location

Duluth, MN 55802 (Onsite)

Required Tools & Certifications

• Datadog
• Grafana
• Cisco Secure Access Solutions
• Zero Trust Network Access
• Dynatrace
• Network Routing
• SIEM
• Network Switching Protocols
• ServiceNow ITSM

Role Overview

Network Administrators are the backbone of an organization's IT infrastructure. They are responsible for the overall management, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network systems, ensuring that internal and external communications are efficient, secure, and robust.

Core Responsibilities

• Network Infrastructure Management
  • Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless networks
  • Manage LAN, WAN, intranets, VPNs, and MPLS circuits
  • Monitor network performance and ensure high availability and uptime
  • Apply patches, firmware updates, and maintain hardware inventory
  • Plan and execute network changes via formal change control processes
• Cloud & Hybrid Networking
  • Manage cloud networking on AWS VPC, Azure Virtual Network, and Google Cloud
  • Oversee SD-WAN deployment and cloud-based SaaS integration
  • Ensure reliable, secure connectivity for remote and distributed workforce
  • Support hybrid cloud environments across on-prem and cloud-hosted workloads
  • Configure and optimize cloud-native firewall and network access policies
• Security & Zero Trust
  • Implement and maintain Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) policies
  • Manage firewall rules, IDS/IPS, and network access control (NAC) systems
  • Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and patch management cycles
  • Monitor for threats using SIEM tools; coordinate incident response
  • Enforce SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) frameworks for distributed users
  • Support compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, and GDPR requirements
• Monitoring, Observability & AIOps
  • Deploy and manage network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Datadog, Grafana)
  • Perform proactive capacity planning and bandwidth trend analysis
  • Use AIOps platforms for predictive fault detection and auto-remediation
  • Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and configuration baselines (CMDB)
  • Generate weekly/monthly SLA and performance reports for stakeholders
• Incident & Problem Management
  • Act as the first responder for network incidents (P1/P2 SLA adherence)
  • Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and post-incident reviews
  • Maintain and test disaster recovery and business continuity plans
  • Collaborate with NOC, SOC, and service desk for end-to-end incident resolution
  • Document known errors and workarounds in the knowledge base

Technical Skills

• Routing & Switching: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP, VLANs, QoS
• Firewall & VPN: Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA, IPSec, SSL VPN
• Cloud Networking: AWS / Azure / GCP networking fundamentals
• Scripting & Automation: Python, PowerShell, Bash, Ansible, Terraform
• Wireless: Wi‑Fi 6/6E, controller management, site surveys
• Monitoring & Logging: SNMP, NetFlow, Syslog, SIEM integration
• Security Frameworks: Zero Trust, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2
• ITIL v4, ServiceNow for change & incident management
• Soft Skills: Analytical Thinking, Communication, Attention to Detail, Proactive Problem Solving, Teamwork, Adaptability

Years of Experience

14.00 Years of Experience