Akkodis is seeking a
Network Administrator for a
Contract with a client in
Houston, TX. This role requires strong expertise in Cisco networking and core protocols while managing network performance and resolving incidents.
Rate Range: $43/hour to $45/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
Network Administrator Job Responsibilities Include
- Design, configure, and maintain LAN/WAN networks including Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless infrastructure.
- Monitor network performance using tools like SolarWinds and Wireshark, performing proactive troubleshooting and resolving outages.
- Implement and maintain network security controls including VPNs, IDS/IPS, and firewall policies while ensuring compliance with frameworks such as NERC CIP or ISO 27001.
- Manage incident and change workflows through ServiceNow, collaborating with major incident teams to resolve critical issues.
- Maintain VMware hosts and virtual environments through regular health checks, capacity planning, and lifecycle management.
- Create and update network documentation including SOPs, MOPs, diagrams, and configuration records for audits and knowledge sharing.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
- 5–7 years of hands‑on experience in enterprise networking, including Cisco routing, switching, and security.
- Demonstrated expertise in network design, monitoring tools (SolarWinds/Wireshark), and incident management.
- Strong understanding of compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NERC CIP) and ability to implement security best practices.
If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at
Gopal.Gupta@akkodisgroup.com.
Pay Details: $43.00 to $45.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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Requirements
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
