Network Specialist
Job ID: RS58879564
Job Category: Information Technology
Job Location: Harrisburg, PA
Pay Range: $50.00 - $52.00/HOUR
Job Type: Contract
Job Title: Network Specialist
Location: Harrisburg, PA
Contract Length: 3 Months
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Flexible Hours
Pay Rate: $50-$52/hr
Start Date: Immediate Hire
Location: Harrisburg, PA
Contract Length: 3 Months
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Flexible Hours
Pay Rate: $50-$52/hr
Start Date: Immediate Hire
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Network Specialist with a blend of network engineering and systems administration experience to support a short-term, high-impact contract in Harrisburg, PA. This individual must be ready to hit the ground running, managing switches, firewalls, and server infrastructure with minimal supervision.
We are seeking a Network Specialist with a blend of network engineering and systems administration experience to support a short-term, high-impact contract in Harrisburg, PA. This individual must be ready to hit the ground running, managing switches, firewalls, and server infrastructure with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities:
- Configure, manage, and troubleshoot switches, firewalls, and routers (Cisco, Fortinet, etc.)
- Administer Windows and/or Linux servers: patching, backups, user account management
- Monitor and optimize system/network performance
- Support virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V)
- Maintain documentation of systems and network architecture
- Handle Tier 2-3 escalations and collaborate with internal support teams
- Assist in infrastructure upgrades or migrations
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in network and system administration roles
- Proficiency with Layer 2/3 networking, routing, VLANs, and firewalls
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Experience with Windows Server and/or Linux OS
- Familiarity with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and virtualization
- Self-directed and quick to adapt
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certifications such as CCNA, Network+, Security+
- Experience in compliance-sensitive or secure environments
- Knowledge of AWS or Azure cloud infrastructure
Additional Information:
This contract position is based in Harrisburg, PA, and offers flexibility in scheduling (Monday–Friday). The ideal candidate is a proactive Network Specialist who can deliver immediate results and support critical infrastructure needs.
This contract position is based in Harrisburg, PA, and offers flexibility in scheduling (Monday–Friday). The ideal candidate is a proactive Network Specialist who can deliver immediate results and support critical infrastructure needs.