Network Admin

Role description

Network Admin

Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world.

UST is a mission-driven group of 29,000+ practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in more than 30 countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live.

With us, you'll create a boundless impact that transforms your career-and the lives of people across the world.

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UST is searching for a Network Admin who will configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless controllers.

• Administer and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and data center network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and ensure maximum uptime.
• Implement network security policies, access controls, segmentation, and firewall rules.
• Manage network upgrades, firmware updates, patching, and infrastructure lifecycle activities.
• Support routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, and QoS.
• Coordinate with ISPs, vendors, and internal IT teams for incident resolution and project execution.
• Maintain network monitoring, ing, backup, and disaster recovery processes.

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

• Strong experience in enterprise network administration and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on expertise with Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, Palo Alto, or equivalent networking technologies.
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and network security.
• Experience with firewall management, IDS/IPS, and secure remote access solutions.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools such as Solar Winds, PRTG, or Wireshark.
• Knowledge of wireless networking technologies and enterprise Wi‑Fi deployments.
• Experience with cloud networking concepts in Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with SD-WAN, network automation, and scripting tools such as Python or Ansible.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture and cybersecurity best practices.
• Exposure to data center operations and structured cabling standards.
• Understanding of ITIL processes and enterprise change management procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Networking, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in network administration and enterprise infrastructure support.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, Palo Alto PCCSA/PCNSA, or equivalent are preferred.

Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.

Role

Location:

Oregon

Compensation Range: $75,000-$113,000

• Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty.
• They are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.
• They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines.
• Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.
• Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.
• Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).
• All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave…