• Network Administrator

    Eliassen Group (Beaufort, SC)


    Network Administrator

    Beaufort, SC

    **Type:** Contract

    **Category:** Engineer

    **Industry:** Government

    **Reference ID:** JN -102025-103962

    **Date Posted:** 10/05/2025

    **Shortcut:** http://careers.eliassen.com/pjK2wP

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    Description:

    We’re looking for an experienced **Network Engineer** to design, implement, and support LAN, BAN, and WAN solutions across diverse platforms. This role involves collaborating with project teams, assessing business needs, and maintaining secure, high-performing network operations.

     

    Pay: $55 - $60 an hour

     

    _This is a contract-to-hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our W2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance._

    Responsibilities:

    Responsibilities

    + Design and coordinate operational network solutions across LAN, BAN, and WAN environments.

    + Develop and maintain support plans to ensure reliable and high-performing network operations.

    + Provide Tier II (second-level) support for network infrastructure and related systems.

    + Analyze customer business processes to identify system support requirements aligned with Enterprise Services (ES) and vendor capabilities.

    + Implement new or upgraded network designs in coordination with project and support teams.

    + Participate in network design and performance evaluations, providing recommendations for optimization.

    + Advise on distributed network computing and infrastructure planning.

    + Monitor and maintain security and integrity standards across all network environments.

    + Evaluate, test, and recommend hardware, software, and configuration updates based on system performance and needs.

    + Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members.

    + Analyze user requirements and performance metrics to identify trends and resolve network issues.

    + Review and maintain site administration and network documentation.

    + Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends to identify performance and cost improvement opportunities.

    Experience Requirements:

    Experience Requirements

    + Minimum of 5 years supporting enterprise-level network environments.

    + Proven experience designing, implementing, and maintaining LAN/WAN infrastructure.

    + Strong knowledge of routing, switching, and network security principles.

    + Proficiency with network monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance analysis tools.

    + Experience coordinating with cross-functional teams on technical implementations.

    + Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

    + Operating System (OS) or Application Certification required (e.g., Cisco, Microsoft, CompTIA).

    + Preferred: Experience supporting federal or enterprise-scale IT environments.

    + Preferred: Familiarity with ITIL-based support processes.

    Education Requirements:

    Education

    + Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.

    + Equivalent professional experience may be considered in place of a degree.

    + Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II

    + Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA)

    + Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)

    + Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification.

     

    _Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range._

     

    _W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality._

     

    _Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact [email protected]._

     

    _About Eliassen Group:_

     

    _Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate._

     

    _Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status._

     

    _Don’t miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!_