Network Administrator (Palo Alto)

Advantage Technical
$45.00-$50.00
remote work
United States, South Carolina, Cayce
Oct 13, 2025
Network Administrator with Firewall skills (Palo Alto) Location: Cayce, SC (local candidates only) Duration: 12+ month contract Rate: $45-50 an hour W2 range Description: Required Skills Network Administrator Position Position Overview Network administrators will work under the general guidance of the assigned Network Security Team Lead to coordinate daily/weekly assignments for the installation, deployment, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of the Agency's critical enterprise wireless and network infrastructure. The network administrators will collaborate with Network, Security, and other IT professional groups and non-IT staff to assist with problem resolution, mitigation of issues, and provide technical solutions. Daily Duties & Responsibilities Wireless Network Management * Monitor and identify issues with Agency wireless networks and remediate * Support wireless and network connectivity on Windows-based and Mac-based systems * Support wireless connectivity on various tablets and phones (including Apple devices) * Manage the wireless network/device lifecycle at all stages * Conduct onsite wireless assessments and create/maintain wireless heatmaps projecting network coverage of access points using Ekahau unit and iPad Network Infrastructure * Perform enterprise wireless network deployments, installations, and upgrades (requires comfort working on a ladder and ability to lift 40 lbs) * Perform firmware/software/security/feature upgrades and other maintenance tasks * Assist with supporting the State Health Laboratory network connectivity on instruments and supporting systems * Assist with ISE registration of devices on the network Technical Support * Monitor Agency trouble ticket system and complete network assigned tickets * Serve as the Agency's first and second tier of support for wireless and network connectivity technical support requests * Troubleshoot and resolve most common/routine problems * Assist Agency staff/contractors in resolving wireless and other network related problems Work Schedule & Travel Requirements * 40 hours per week for the duration of this project * Frequent site visits to remote office locations throughout the entire state of South Carolina * Must be flexible to potential travel days being extended beyond normal business hours * Must be available or onsite during each day/week at the Agency's discretion, excluding state holidays * Any at-home/remote work requires prior approval Required Skills (Ranked by Importance) 1. Understanding of computer and network operating system fundamentals (operating systems, applications, storage, networking) 2. 3-5 years Local Area Network (LAN), WLAN, WAN experience 3. 3-5 years Network administration - Cisco and Palo Alto Firewall 4. Ability to lift and move PCs, monitors, and other equipment 5. Valid driver's license 6. Interpersonal skills 7. Verbal and written communication skills 8. 3-5 years Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) experience 9. 3-5 years of ticketing system experience Preferred Skills (Ranked by Importance) 1. Network certification 2. Ability to climb and work on a ladder to reach ceiling to install wireless access points 3. SolarWinds Orion experience 4. 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