Network Administrator TECHEAD

Techead; Newport News (VA); Remote; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

TECHEAD is seeking a seasoned Network Administrator for a remote contract in Newport News, VA. You will drive a multi-site network transformation, roll out enterprise hardware, and transition facilities to Layer 3 architectures while maintaining zero disruption.

Responsibilities include provisioning Aruba routing/switching, executing Layer 3 cutovers, and coordinating with NOC, SecOps, and contractors. Strong CLI, Aruba Central, ZTP, EdgeConnect, and CPPM skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Direct CLI‑level experience configuring, validating, and fielding HPE Aruba routing hardware.
• Experience with enterprise Aruba infrastructure and associated tooling.
• Ability to lead multi-site network transformations remotely with minimal disruption.

Responsibilities

• Provision, validate, and commission enterprise‑grade HPE Aruba routing and switching infrastructure across regional hubs.
• Execute routed Layer 3 network cutovers and establish core connectivity across branches.
• Direct technical operations across pre‑deployment staging, live cutover, and post‑migration support.
• Coordinate with architecture, SecOps, NOC, external providers, and field teams during hardware turn‑ups.
• Document topologies, runbooks, and handover guides; track milestones and cutover schedules.
• Facilitate after‑hours production cutovers to preserve uptime across time zones.

Skills

Layer 3 routing

Layer 2 fundamentals

VLAN design

BGP/OSPF

Aruba OS-CX CLI

Aruba Central

ZTP workflows

SD-WAN (Aruba EdgeConnect)

ClearPass integration

Documentation & runbooks

Cutover coordination

NOC collaboration

Tools

ArubaOS-CX CLI

Aruba Central

ZTP

EdgeConnect

ClearPass

Job description

Always Connecting, Always Evolving.

TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Contract position – Network Administrator / Newport News VA – (JOB-22778). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!

You can find more about our team and values by checking us out at TECHEAD.comor onGlassdoor

Job Details:

Title: Network Administrator
Location: Newport News, VA
Compensation: $30 – $35 /per Hour
Work Type: Contract
Work Location: Remote

Job Description:

A distributed enterprise seeks a seasoned Network Systems Specialist to drive a multi-site network transformation program. Operating entirely remotely, you will lead the rollout, staging, and operational handover of enterprise hardware while transitioning regional facilities to an upgraded Layer 3 architecture.

In this position, you will act as the primary operational engineer overseeing concurrent multi-facility cutovers with zero operational disruption. You will balance hands‑on command‑line provisioning with high‑level cross‑functional alignment, working alongside systems engineering, information security, external contractors, and on‑site field hands to hit rigorous project milestones.

Primary Duties & Deliverables

• Provision, validate, and commission enterprise‑grade HPE Aruba routing and switching infrastructure across regional hubs.

• Execute routed Layer 3 network cutovers, establishing stable core and distribution connectivity across diverse geographical branches.

• Direct technical operations across all project milestones: pre‑deployment staging, live cutover execution, and post‑migration hypercare.

• Interface regularly with infrastructure architecture, SecOps, network operations centers (NOC), external telecom providers, and dispatch technicians.

• Diagnose Layer 2/3 transport anomalies, run diagnostic packet captures and root‑cause analyses, and execute fast remedial action.

• Author and update high‑ and low‑level architectural schematics, runbooks, configuration templates, and operational handover guides.

• Track site deployment velocity, generate weekly milestone delivery summaries, and maintain cutover schedules.

• Facilitate after‑hours and weekend production cutovers to preserve end‑user uptime across various regional operating hours.

Technical Qualifications & Core Competencies

• Routing & WAN: Practical mastery of Layer 3 interior and exterior routing architectures, specifically BGP, OSPF, route summarization techniques, mutual redistribution, and static routing schemes.

• Switching & Campus LAN: Comprehensive understanding of Layer 2 fundamentals, including 802.1Q tagging, segmented VLAN design, STP/RSTP/MSTP topologies, port aggregation (LACP), and multi‑VLAN routed interfaces.

• Network Services: Deep command of IP address schema design, CIDR subnetting, IP helper/DHCP relay mechanisms, and internal DNS integration.

• Vendor Ecosystem Proficiency: Direct, practical experience managing and provisioning Aruba infrastructure:

  • ArubaOS-CX (AOS-CX) command‑line interface

  • Aruba Central cloud orchestration platform

  • Zero‑Touch Provisioning (ZTP) deployment pipelines

  • Aruba EdgeConnect (Silver Peak) SD-WAN architectures

  • Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM) integration

• Coordination & Organization: Proven history of directing third‑party field dispatchers, structured cabling contractors, and remote site contacts during hardware turn‑ups.

• Operational Reporting: Rigorous record‑keeping skills with experience publishing network diagrams, cutover tracking sheets, and executive progress reports.

• Availability: Willingness to support planned maintenance windows, including off‑peak evening and weekend operational cutovers across various domestic time zones.

Target Certifications

• Aruba Certified Switching Professional (ACSP) or equivalent HPE/Aruba credentials

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

• CompTIA Network+

• ITIL Foundation (v3 or v4)

Essential Screening Criteria

1. Direct CLI‑level experience configuring, validating, and fielding HPE Aruba routing hardware.

2. Comprehensive command of the Aruba enterprise suite: AOS-CX command line, Central cloud orchestrator, ZTP workflows, EdgeConnect SD‑WAN, and ClearPass.

3. Proven track record producing rigorous operational documentation, topology schematics, and recurring executive migration readouts.

TECHEAD’s mission is to make our on‑site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

For more information on TECHEAD please visit www.techead.com.

No second parties will be accepted.