Network Administrator II

Status: 12-Month Contract (possibly extended)

Job Title: Network Administrator II

Location: Hybrid (onsite Tuesday-Thursday)

Salary: $50-$57/hr

WHO WE ARE:

We oversee three airports, four marine terminals, and five business parks in Portland. Our harbor is the largest wheat exporting point in the US, while the Columbia River ranks as the world's third-largest grain exporting center. Additionally, we're the third-largest auto import gateway in the country and the fifth largest port on the West Coast for export tonnage.

Innovative, forward-thinking, and modern aren’t usually associated with government, but here, at our organization, we challenge assumptions daily. From our team to our infrastructure and the work we do, we break the mold.

By sky, land, or water, we connect enterprising minds globally with the vibrant businesses of the Pacific Northwest. From Terminal 6 to Portland International Airport, you'll experience a diverse and engaging environment, playing a crucial role in enhancing our region’s quality of life.

Network Administrator II:

Our client is seeking a hands-on Network Administrator to support day-to-day network operations in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving a wide range of real-time issues, interacting directly with users and teams, and continuously learning across network technologies. The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and thrives in situations where not everything is scripted.

This role is a hybrid model in Portland, Oregon.

Network Administrator II Responsibilities:

• Serve as a primary point of support for network-related tickets, troubleshooting a wide variety of connectivity, performance, and access issues.
• Monitor and maintain network infrastructure, ensuring reliability and responsiveness across a dynamic environment.
• Configure and support network devices including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to resolve incidents and implement improvements.
• Provide customer-facing support, communicating clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Assist with network security tasks including firewall rule updates, segmentation, and vulnerability remediation.
• Contribute to scripting and diagnostic efforts, including use of tools such as packet sniffers for troubleshooting.
• Document configurations, troubleshooting steps, and standard processes to support team knowledge sharing.
• Participate in infrastructure projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support occasional after-hours work tied to maintenance or issue resolution.

Network Administrator II Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in network administration within an enterprise environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across routing, switching, and general network connectivity issues.
• Experience with network devices and firewalls (Cisco preferred; exposure to Palo Alto or Fortinet is a plus).
• Experience with scripting or automation tools, as well as packet analysis tools (e.g., port sniffers).
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ticket-driven environment with shifting priorities.
• Strong communication and customer service skills in a user-facing technical role.
• Ability to think critically and adapt in situations where solutions are not fully documented or predefined.
• Experience collaborating within a team-oriented environment and sharing knowledge across peers.
• Exposure to cloud or infrastructure environments (AWS, O365) is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.