Network Analyst

Hollstadt Consulting; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollstadt Consulting seeks a network specialist for a contract role in Minneapolis, MN, running 10/15/2026 to 3/31/2027. The position is fully onsite for the first 8 weeks, then three days onsite and two days remote.

The role involves designing internal networks, evaluating new technologies, installing and maintaining routers, switches, and firewalls, and providing tier 3 support plus 24/7 coverage for enterprise networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in MIS, CS, or related field required (or four years of relevant TCP/IP networking experience).
• Four years of experience providing technical support for TCP/IP Ethernet networks (≥500 nodes) in a Windows environment.
• Experience configuring and installing routers, switches and firewalls.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift, carry and position up to 40 pounds.
• Valid state driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in the architecture and design of internal networks.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies or application of technologies for the enterprise.
• Install, maintain, configure, test, troubleshoot and resolve issues with networks and related equipment including routers, switches, firewalls.
• Support and administer the client's TCP/IP Ethernet networks.
• Assist with software/hardware upgrades and distribution.
• Provide technical tier 3 support to internal staff as needed.
• Provide 24/7 support for internal networks including onsite response and troubleshooting.
• Provide support to all network users and respond to calls and pages within one hour of receipt.

Skills

TCP/IP networking

Router/Switch/Firewall config

Network troubleshooting

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Lifting 40 lbs

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in MIS/CS or related field

Job description

Location: Minneapolis, MN (Fully onsite for first 8 weeks, then 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Duration: 10/15/2026 - 3/31/2027

Rate: $47.28/hour W2

General Responsibilities

• Collaborate in the architecture and design of internal networks
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies or application of technologies for the enterprise
• Install, maintain, configure, test, troubleshoot and resolve issues with networks and related equipment including routers, switches, firewalls
• Support and administer the client's TCP/IP Ethernet networks
• Assist with software/hardware upgrades and distribution
• Provide technical tier 3 support to internal staff as needed
• Provide 24/7 support for internal networks including onsite response and troubleshooting
• Provide support to all network users and respond to calls and pages within one hour of receipt

Mandatory Skills

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in MIS, Computer Science or a related field
• In lieu of a degree, four years of experience providing technical support for TCP/IP Ethernet networks (with a minimum of 500 nodes in a Microsoft
• Windows environment) and experience configuring and installing routers, switches and firewalls.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated skills in working effectively with others both individually and in groups to troubleshoot problems, create procedures and provide technical support
• Ability to lift, carry and position up to 40 pounds
• Valid state issued driver's license
• Reliable to vehicle to commute between job sites

Desired Skills

• MSE certification (network)
• Network+ certification
• Experience with multicast routing
• Experience with large SCADA installations (building automation systems)
• Experience with IP telephony
• Experience with large campus network design for resiliency