Network Administrator

CPM; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CPM Acquisition Corp. is seeking an experienced Network Administrator to join our Infrastructure team on-site in Blaine, MN.

The role focuses on designing, implementing, securing, and supporting the company's global network across ~25 locations, with emphasis on Fortinet technologies and Azure networking. Qualifications include 3–5 years of hands-on networking & Fortinet experience, VLAN/L3 knowledge, BGP, and strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on networking experience.
• 3–5 years with Fortinet networking and security products.
• Experience with FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer.
• Strong VLANs, Layer 2/3 networking, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, STP, and LACP.
• Azure networking experience including Virtual WAN, VNets, VPN Gateways, and Network Security Groups.
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, wireless, and cloud networking infrastructure.
• Administer FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer platforms.
• Configure and troubleshoot VLANs, Layer 2/Layer 3 switching, VPNs, NAT, High Availability (HA), and BGP routing.
• Administer Microsoft Azure networking including Azure Virtual WAN, Virtual Networks, VPN Gateways, and Network Security Groups.
• Coordinate and manage ISPs and telecommunications vendors across global locations.
• Plan and coordinate circuit installations, upgrades, renewals, and provider migrations.
• Monitor WAN connectivity and resolve outages and performance issues with service providers.
• Develop and maintain enterprise network standards, architecture, documentation, and diagrams.
• Plan, test, and deploy firmware upgrades following change management procedures.
• Maintain vendor support contracts, licensing, subscriptions, warranties, and service agreements.
• Assist with hardware lifecycle planning and technology refresh initiatives.
• Support network segmentation, cybersecurity initiatives, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Skills

Networking experience (3–5 yrs)

Fortinet networking

Fortinet product suite

Azure networking

VLANs/L2/L3

BGP routing

Troubleshooting & docs

Travel with license

Tools

FortiManager

FortiAnalyzer

Azure networking tools

Job description

Department: Information Technology – Infrastructure

Reports To: Director of Infrastructure & Security

Location: On-site (Blaine, MN)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

CPM is seeking an experienced Network Administrator to join our Infrastructure team. This on-site role is responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and supporting the company’s global network infrastructure across approximately 25 locations. The Administrator will serve as the primary resource for Fortinet networking technologies, Azure networking, enterprise WAN connectivity, and coordination with Internet Service Providers (ISPs). The role also owns firmware lifecycle management, vendor support agreements, and enterprise network standards to ensure the environment remains secure, reliable, and scalable.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, wireless, and cloud networking infrastructure.
• Administer FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer platforms.
• Configure and troubleshoot VLANs, Layer 2/Layer 3 switching, VPNs, NAT, High Availability (HA), and BGP routing.
• Administer Microsoft Azure networking including Azure Virtual WAN, Virtual Networks, VPN Gateways, and Network Security Groups.
• Coordinate and manage ISPs and telecommunications vendors across global locations.
• Plan and coordinate circuit installations, upgrades, renewals, and provider migrations.
• Monitor WAN connectivity and resolve outages and performance issues with service providers.
• Develop and maintain enterprise network standards, architecture, documentation, and diagrams.
• Plan, test, and deploy firmware upgrades following change management procedures.
• Maintain vendor support contracts, licensing, subscriptions, warranties, and service agreements.
• Assist with hardware lifecycle planning and technology refresh initiatives.
• Support network segmentation, cybersecurity initiatives, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on networking experience.
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience with Fortinet networking and security products.
• Experience with FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer (preferred).
• Strong understanding of VLANs, Layer 2/Layer 3 networking, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, STP, and LACP.
• Experience configuring BGP and static routing.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure networking, including Azure Virtual WAN, VNets, VPN Gateways, and Network Security Groups.
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fortinet FCSS or NSE certification.
• Microsoft Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700).
• Experience supporting multi-site WAN environments and coordinating with ISPs.
• Experience with SD-WAN, Network Access Control (NAC), Zero Trust networking, Microsoft Entra ID, and PRTG.

Annual Salary: $60,000-90,000 depending on skills and experience.

CPM Acquisition Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. CPM Acquisition Corp. offers competitive compensation and benefits, including paid holidays and vacations, 401k, medical/dental insurance, tuition assistance, and more.