Network Administrator II

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* THIS POSITION REQUIRES RESIDING IN THE MISSOULA, MT AREA.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Network Administrator II to join our IT Infrastructure team in Missoula, Montana.

This on-site, mid-level role is responsible for the support, maintenance, and optimization of our enterprise network infrastructure across both on-premises and cloud environments.

The ideal candidate will bring 2-4 years of hands-on experience working with a broad range of networking technologies and protocols, including Cisco, Palo Alto, Azure Networking, SolarWinds, and enterprise network best practices.Required Qualifications:


* 2-4 years of experience in enterprise network administration or engineering.


* Proficiency in Cisco routing and switching, wireless technologies, and Cisco Meraki platforms.


* Experience with Palo Alto firewalls and Cisco ISE.


* Knowledge of routing protocols: OSPF and BGP.


* Hands-on experience managing Azure Networking (e.g., ExpressRoute, NSGs, VPN gateways).


* Familiarity with SolarWinds, SNMP, NetFlow, and packet analysis tools (Wireshark, tcpdump).


* Experience with 802.1x, 802.1q, VLAN configuration, and trunking.


* Understanding of DHCP, IPAM, QoS, and structured cabling practices.

Preferred Qualifications:


* Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, PCNSA, AZ-700, or CompTIA Network+.


* Scripting ability in PowerShell, Python, or Bash to automate tasks and streamline operations.


* Experience with Zero Trust networking or SD-WAN solutions.


* Familiarity with data center networking and fiber optic cabling standards.

Core Competencies:


* Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills


* Excellent communication and collaboration abilities


* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment


* Detail-oriented, self-directed, and proactive mindset

Work Environment:


* This position is based on-site in Missoula, MT.


* Standard Monday-Friday schedule with occasional evening/weekend work for maintenance or incident response.


* May involve lifting equipment (up to 40 lbs) and working in data center environments.

Key Responsibilities:


* Configure, manage, and support Cisco switches, routers, wireless LAN controllers, and access points, including Meraki devices.


* Design, implement, and maintain secure, segmented networks using VLANs, 802.1q trunking, and 802.1x authentication.


* Administer and troubleshoot Palo Alto firewalls, including policies, VPNs, and threat prevention.


* Monitor network health and performance using SolarWinds, NetFlow, and SNMP, responding proactively to anomalies.


* Manage and support Azure Networking components including VNets, ExpressRoute, NSGs, Azure Firewalls, and hybrid connectivity.


* Configure and maintain dynamic routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP.


* Support network authentication infrastructure including Cisco ISE for policy enforcement and ...