Senior Network Administrator

Responsibilities Kforce has a client seeking a Senior Network Admin in Miami, FL (Florida).Responsibilities: Configure and manage LAN/WAN environments, VLANs, VPNs, and subnetting Deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot network hardware, including routers, switches, Palo Alto and Check Point firewalls, and access points Implement and manage Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and SD-WAN solutions Maintain fiber switches and associated infrastructure Optimize network performance through monitoring, troubleshooting, and proactive upgrades Design and support secure network segmentation and traffic flows through proper firewall policy design and network security architecture Work with virtualized networking environments (VMware NSX, vCenter) Administer, configure, and troubleshoot Palo Alto next-generation firewalls Manage and optimize security policies, NAT rules, zone-based controls, application-based policies, URL filtering, threat prevention, logging, and high availability on Palo Alto platforms Perform firewall change management, rule review, policy cleanup, and ongoing optimization to maintain a secure and efficient rule base Monitor firewall activity, investigate alerts and traffic logs, and support incident response and root cause analysis related to network security events Provide support for Check Point firewalls as a strongly desired secondary platform, including policy review, maintenance, and troubleshooting Enforce IT security policies, including access controls and 802.1X authentication Conduct network security audits, vulnerability assessments, and remediation support Partner with internal teams and vendors to implement firewall/security changes aligned with business and compliance requirements Manage Cisco Meraki wireless access points Ensure secure and efficient wireless connectivity Skills Associate's degree in IT, Computer Science, or Engineering required; Bachelor's degree preferred Required: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or equivalent enterprise networking experience Strongly Preferred: Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) or higher-level relevant Palo Alto certification Preferred: Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) or equivalent Check Point certification. 5+ years of hands-on experience in a fast paced and dynamic technical support environment or equivalent with a combination of education and experience Working knowledge of StrataCloud The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking "Apply Today" you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP. Kforce is a professional staffing services firm offering Technology and Finance & Accounting jobs with top employers nationwide. We specialize in providing contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement opportunities, with over 50 years of experience in the staffing industry. Kforce offers many consultants comprehensive benefits depending on employment status, including medical, dental, 401(K), life insurance and disability. Our vision is to be "the firm most respected by those we serve."