Network Administrator

Powernet; Panama City Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks PTO

Remote work flexibility

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Powernet is looking for a Network Administrator to support client infrastructures and internal connectivity. You’ll be overseeing incident resolution, onsite deployments, and proactive monitoring of networking systems.

This role requires strong technical skills in VLAN management and routing, as well as a commitment to exceptional customer service. The position allows for remote work but requires local travel within Florida for equipment setups and maintenance.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of hands-on experience troubleshooting and maintaining network environments.
• Experience with managing VLANs, LAGs, and switch stacks.
• Proficiency in reading Wireshark data and debugging firewall traffic.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert remote and on-site assistance for network technology issues.
• Support ongoing technology implementations, network upgrades, and hardware assessments.
• Monitor corporate technology to maintain SLAs and prevent downtime.

Skills

VLANs

Static/Dynamic Routing

IPSec VPN Tunnels

Wireshark Data Analysis

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree (preferred)

Tools

Fortinet

Ruckus

Job description

Description

**This is not a remote position, and requires you to be in the PCB/Lynn Haven, FL area**

Who We Are & Why You’ll Love It Here

At Powernet, we don’t just deliver top-tier wireless, voice, Managed IT, and security solutions—we make connecting businesses seamless, smart, and reliable. We’re a team of innovators, problem solvers, and tech enthusiasts who believe work should be rewarding, collaborative, and full of high-fives (virtual or in-person!). If you thrive on diving into complex network environments, solving critical infrastructure puzzles, and keeping clients connected, you’ve found your crowd.

Perks You'll Enjoy

• 5 weeks PTO
• Remote work flexibility (with occasional local FL site visits)
• Anniversary gift plan
• Employee referral program
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance available
• HSA Account
• 401(k) matching

What You’ll Be Doing (The Big Picture)

As our Network Administrator, you are the backbone of our client infrastructure and internal connectivity! You’ll act as a key technical problem solver, taking escalation calls, resolving incident tickets, and performing active monitoring across firewalls, switches, and wireless systems. From debugging complex traffic in Wireshark and configuring VLANs/LAGs to occasionally heading on-site in Florida for deployments and hardware replacements, you’ll be a true hero in keeping critical networks running smoothly.

Your Core Responsibilities

1. Incident Resolution & Hands-On Troubleshooting

• Provide expert remote and on-site assistance for network technology issues, taking helpdesk calls and managing tickets through timely resolution.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting on firewalls, switches, and wireless systems, including Wireshark packet analysis, static/dynamic routing, and IPSec VPN tunnels.
• Debug firewall traffic, build secure firewall policies, and manage CLI concepts across Fortinet and Ruckus environments.

2. Network Deployments & Site Support

• Support ongoing technology implementations, network upgrades, and hardware/software assessments.
• Build and manage VLANs, LAGs, and switch stacks to support evolving client and internal needs.
• Travel locally within Florida for equipment replacements, cable/wiring work, and physical installations as needed.

3. Proactive Monitoring & System Hygiene

• Monitor corporate technology and alert systems to maintain strict SLAs and prevent downtime before it happens.
• Maintain squeaky-clean documentation, updating customer service requests and configuration records as changes occur.
• Stay current on emerging network technologies and share best practices with the broader technical team.

The Workspace & Physical Environment

This position is primarily remote with required local travel within the state of Florida for client installations, hardware replacements, and site assessments. You should be comfortable managing multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously from a home office desk, while also possessing the physical capability to perform on-site duties (such as climbing ladders up to 30 feet, lifting equipment up to 120 lbs, and pulling wire/cables). Occasional work beyond standard hours, including nights or weekends, may be required during emergency maintenance or major deployments.

Requirements

What You Bring to the Table

• Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED required (Associate Degree preferred), along with 2–3 years of hands‑on experience troubleshooting and maintaining network environments.
• Core Technical Expertise: Solid experience with VLANs, LAGs, switch stacks, static/dynamic routing, IPSec VPN tunnels, and CLI management.
• Deep Diagnostics: Proficiency in reading Wireshark data, debugging firewall traffic, and securing firewall policies.
• Preferred Vendor Knowledge: Hands‑on experience with Fortinet and Ruckus systems is highly preferred.
• Customer-First Mindset: Outstanding customer service and communication skills with a focus on delivering a great client experience.
• Driver Requirements: Valid driver’s license and personal auto insurance with minimum coverage of $50,000 Injury / $100,000 Liability for local site visits.