Systems Administrator – Networking

Title:

Systems Administrator – Networking

Location:

Remote
Job Type: Contract (6 months)
Compensation: $40 – $55 per hour
Industry: Renewable Energy—
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Systems Administrator Networking to support a leading company in the renewable energy sector. This organization is a pioneer in residential solar and distributed energy solutions, operating a large-scale hybrid network that connects over 50 branch locations with a significant cloud footprint. In this role, you will ensure seamless connectivity and security across enterprise‑grade Cisco environments, AWS cloud infrastructure, and modern Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.

Job Description
As a Systems Administrator focused on networking, you will design, implement, and automate network solutions that bridge traditional hardware‑based systems with cloud‑native environments. Your work will maintain 99.99% reliability for critical operations and enable secure data flow between local teams and cloud applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enterprise Networking:
  Administer and optimize Cisco Nexus and Catalyst platforms; manage the Meraki stack (MX, MS, MR) via Dashboard and APIs; support Palo Alto NGFW.
• Routing & Switching:
  Configure and maintain L2/L3 environments using BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP; ensure loop‑free topology with RSTP/MST.
• Security & Identity:
  Implement Cisco ISE for 802.1x; manage Zone‑Based Firewalls; configure Site‑to‑Site IPsec VPNs and client VPN access.
• Cloud Networking (AWS):
  Design and scale VPCs; manage subnets, Route Tables, and Gateways; deploy Transit Gateways and Direct Connect for hybrid connectivity; optimize traffic using ALBs and NACLs.
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform):
  Automate provisioning of cloud network infrastructure; build reusable Terraform modules; manage remote state files and prevent configuration drift.

Qualifications

Required:

• Proven experience administering Cisco enterprise environments (Nexus, Catalyst) and Meraki stack.
• Strong knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and spanning tree technologies.
• Hands‑on experience with network security tools, including Cisco ISE and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Expertise in AWS networking (VPC design, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect).
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code using Terraform (HCL), including module creation and state management.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues across hybrid environments.

Preferred:

• Experience with automation and API integration for network management.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) for IaC workflows.
• Knowledge of high‑availability design principles for distributed networks.
• AWS certifications or Cisco certifications (CCNP, CCIE) are a plus.

Benefits
Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your familys needs. For details, please review the DAHL Benefits

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How to Apply

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Equal Opportunity Statement
As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!

Dahl Consulting