Network Administrator

Compensation : $55.00 / hour

Location : Houston, Texas

Network Administrator :

Inceed has partnered with a growing company in the individual and family services indurstry to help find a skilled Network Administrator to join their team!

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Administrator with expertise in Fortinet technologies, specifically FortiGate firewalls and FortiManager, as well as proficiency in managing Azure Firewalls.

The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our client's network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability.

Responsibilities : Fortinet Expertise :

Fortinet Expertise :

• Design, configure, and manage FortiGate firewalls to secure the organization's network infrastructure.
• Implement and maintain FortiManager for centralized management and monitoring of Fortinet devices.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing to ensure the robustness of Fortinet solutions.

Azure Firewall Management :

• Deploy, configure, and manage Azure Firewalls to safeguard cloud-based assets and ensure seamless connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments.
• Collaborate with cloud architects to design and implement effective network security solutions within the Azure cloud platform.

Network Infrastructure :

• Design, implement, and manage the organization's overall network architecture, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Troubleshoot network issues and proactively address potential problems to minimize downtime.

Required Qualifications & Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or 6+ years of relevant experience will suffice.
• Proven experience as a Network Administrator, with a focus on Fortinet technologies, FortiManager, and Azure Firewalls.
• Fortinet certifications such as NSE 4, NSE 5, or NSE 7 are highly desirable.
• Experience with other networking technologies, such as routers, switches, and VPNs.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, security principles, and best practices.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience :

Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation is a plus.

Perks & Benefits :

• 3 different medical health insurance plans, dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary and Long-term disability insurance
• Paid Time Off, 401k, and Holiday Pay*
• Weekly direct deposit or pay card deposit

Other Information :

• This position is not fully remote.
• Hybrid work schedule, in office work is required 2-3 days per week.
• This role has potential to be a contract-to-hire with a 6 month conversion period.

If you are interested in learning more about the Network Administrator opportunity, please submit your resume for consideration.

We are unable to provide sponsorship at this time.

We are Inceed, a staffing and direct placement firm who believes in the possibility of something better. Our mission is simple : We’re here to help every person, whether client, candidate, or employee, find and secure what’s better for them.

Inceed is an equal opportunity employer. Inceed prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.