THIS POSITION REQUIRES RESIDING IN THE MISSOULA, MT AREA.

Qualifications

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 access control.
Analyze traffic patterns and troubleshoot using packet capture tools and deep packet inspection techniques.
Implement and tune QoS policies for voice, video, and critical application traffic.
Oversee and coordinate structured cabling projects including copper, multi-mode, and single-mode fiber deployments.
Manage core network services such as DHCP, IPAM, and DNS integrations.
Maintain accurate documentation of network topology, configurations, and procedures.
Participate in network-related projects, upgrades, and lifecycle management activities.
Provide tier 2/3 support and participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours support.

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