Network Administrator with Cisco Routing & Switching & WLAN

Role: Network Administrator with experience in Cisco Routing and Switching and WLAN

Location : Onsite (Wichita, Kansas ( US) or Richardson, TX

Duration: 3 Years

Who are suitable and ITAR Compliant (US Citizens Only)

We are seeking a Network Administrator with experience in Cisco Routing and Switching and WLAN .

Required Qualifications:

• Candidate must be located within commuting distance of Wichita, KS or Richardson, TX or be willing to relocate to these areas.
• This position may require travel in the US.
• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
• At Least 4 years of experience in Information Technology.
• At least 3 years of experience in Cisco Routing and Switching and WLAN .
• Experienced Network Resource to manage, support, and optimize our network infrastructure, which includes Cisco Core Routers/Switches, Distribution and End-Access Switches, Wireless Controllers, and Wireless Access Points.
• Administer and support Cisco Core Routers, Cisco Distribution and Access Switches, and Wireless Controllers.
• Ensure the optimal configuration, performance, and uptime of networking devices, including switches, routers, and wireless infrastructure.
• Monitor, manage, and troubleshoot networking devices and associated hardware.

Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting:

• Proactively monitor network performance, availability, and traffic patterns to ensure a seamless and efficient network environment.

• Troubleshoot network issues, including connectivity problems, slow network performance, and hardware failures.

• Configure, deploy, and manage Cisco Core Routers, Distribution Switches, and End-Access Switches in a multi-site environment.

• Support, configure, and troubleshoot Wireless Controllers and Wireless Access Points (APs) to ensure reliable wireless connectivity.
• Optimize Wi-Fi network performance by managing AP placement, channel planning, and network security settings.
• Assist with the installation, configuration, and maintenance of wireless networks, ensuring secure and efficient wireless access for users.
• Candidates authorized to work for any employer in the United States without employer-based visa sponsorship are welcome to apply. Infosys is unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this role at this time

Preferred Qualifications:

• ITIL Foundation certification or similar IT service management certification.

• Strong communication and Analytical skills.

• Ability to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environment.

• Experience and desire to work in a Global delivery environment.

• Have good knowledge on Troubleshooting and providing speedy solution

• Plan and execute network upgrades, patches, and firmware updates for Cisco switches, routers, and wireless controllers.

• Ensure minimal downtime during system maintenance and upgrades by coordinating with other IT teams and scheduling maintenance windows.

• Stay current with Cisco’s software and firmware updates and apply security patches in a timely manner.

Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity:

• Implement network redundancy, failover, and recovery procedures to ensure network availability in case of failure.

• Assist in the development and testing of disaster recovery plans and network restoration procedures.

• Participate in business continuity exercises to ensure that the network infrastructure supports organizational recovery goals.