Senior Network Administrator

Network Administrator — Contract to Hire (3–6 Months)Location: Thornton, CO (100% Onsite)
Target Salary on Conversion: $120,000–$150,000Overview A multi-entity industrial manufacturing group is hiring a Network Administrator to help stabilize, standardize, and secure infrastructure across multiple operating units. This is a contract-to-hire role, onsite in Thornton, Colorado, with the opportunity to convert to full-time based on performance and organizational alignment.This role is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys hands-on work with infrastructure, and brings strong initiative and respectful confidence to their approach.Key Responsibilities Manage, configure, and troubleshoot VMware environments, LAN/WAN, firewalls, and other infrastructure componentsOversee user access, DNS/DHCP, and Group Policy in Active Directory and Azure ADAdminister and support Windows Server, O365, and backup solutionsMonitor networks for performance, stability, and security threats; lead Tier III incident responseCollaborate with IT leadership to propose improvements, set standards, and document network configurationsPartner with cybersecurity stakeholders to ensure compliance with best practicesCreate and manage user roles, permissions, and backup strategiesSupport ongoing infrastructure upgrades, disaster recovery, and business continuity planningOccasional travel (up to 30%) for project or site-level supportWhat You Bring Required: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field8–10+ years of experience in infrastructure and network administrationHands-on experience with:VMware, Windows Server, Azure AD, Group Policy, PowerShellO365, LAN/WAN, DNS, DHCPKnowledge of Fortinet firewall technologies, VPN, and multi-factor authenticationStrong documentation and troubleshooting skills; able to work independentlyProfessional, collaborative demeanor with the confidence to drive results respectfullyPreferred/Bonus Skills:Familiarity with Fortinet firewalls, UniFi switching, LANSweeper, MimecastExperience with Synology appliances, backup solutions, or SAN storage (EMC, Cisco, Dell)Exposure to CMMC and NIST frameworksCertifications such as CISSP, CCNA, or CCNPWork Conditions & ScheduleStandard: Monday–Friday, 8-hour day shiftFlexibility for after-hours or weekend support as needed during critical project phasesOnsite requirement in Thornton, COIndoor and outdoor work may be required; must be able to lift light-to-moderate equipment and navigate facility settingsBenefits Upon ConversionHealth, dental, and vision insuranceHealth savings and flexible spending accountsLife insurancePaid time offEmployee assistance programWhy Apply? Join a growing organization with significant investment in IT modernizationBe part of a team that values independence, initiative, and low-ego collaborationOpportunity to shape infrastructure practices and own key technical decisions

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