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Cisco Contractor Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

GPS is a key partner to all regional, global and strategic Cisco Businesses, functions service delivery teams leading all sourcing, contracting, supplier management, and buying activities. The ...

Acquisition Integration Manager

San Jose, CA · On-site +1

$173K - $231K/yr

GPS is a key partner to all regional, global and strategic Cisco Businesses, functions service delivery teams leading all sourcing, contracting, supplier management, and buying activities. The ...

With Cisco Security, if it's connected, it's protected. Our outstanding sales team is motivated by ... and contracting environments * Current knowledge of SLED/Public Sector and Security market trends ...

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How much do cisco contractor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for cisco contractor in California is $103,447.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,300.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cisco contractor?

A Cisco Contractor is an independent professional hired on a contract basis to work on Cisco-related projects, such as network design, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting. These contractors often specialize in Cisco technologies, including routers, switches, firewalls, and collaboration tools. They may work for companies, government agencies, or as freelancers, ensuring network infrastructure is optimized and secure. Contracts can vary in length and scope, depending on project needs.

What are the common day-to-day responsibilities for a Cisco contractor?

As a Cisco Contractor, your daily responsibilities may include configuring and maintaining Cisco network devices, performing troubleshooting and network diagnostics, and implementing security protocols based on client requirements. You’ll often work closely with IT teams, project managers, and sometimes end users to plan and execute network upgrades or resolve connectivity issues. Documentation and reporting of configurations and changes are also key parts of the job. Flexibility is important, as work assignments and priorities can change depending on client needs or network emergencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cisco contractor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cisco Contractor, you need in-depth knowledge of networking fundamentals, experience with Cisco hardware and solutions, and typically a degree in information technology or a related field. Proficiency with Cisco IOS, network troubleshooting tools, and certifications such as CCNA or CCNP are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate with teams or clients are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure efficient project delivery, high network reliability, and seamless collaboration with stakeholders.

What job categories do people searching Cisco Contractor jobs in California look for?

The top searched job categories for Cisco Contractor jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Cisco Contractor jobs?

Cities in California with the most Cisco Contractor job openings:

Infographic showing various Cisco Contractor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $103,447 per year, or $49.7 per hour.

Asterisk / SIP / Cisco Telephony Administrator

Isa Cybersecurity Inc.

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Asterisk / SIP / Cisco Telephony Administrator

Europe

Who are we looking for

We are seeking an experienced Asterisk SIP & Cisco Telephony Administrator (part-time contractor) with strong expertise in VoIP telephony systems, call routing, IVR design, SIP protocols, Cisco call center/telephony tools, and integrations with enterprise call center platforms. You will be responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and extending our telephony infrastructure to ensure maximum uptime, high quality of service, and seamless communication across the organization.

Required skills and experience
  • 3+ years of hands‑on experience with Asterisk (FreePBX/Issabel acceptable, but deep Asterisk knowledge required).
  • Direct experience with Cisco telephony (CUCM, CUBE, SIP gateways, UCCX/UCCE).
  • Strong understanding of SIP protocol, call flows, codecs, RTP/RTCP.
  • Solid experience with dial plans, AGI/ARI, queues, IVR, and call routing.
  • Familiarity with Linux administration (Debian/Ubuntu/CentOS).
  • Experience integrating telephony with external systems using APIs or middleware.
  • Understanding of VoIP networking (VLANs, QoS, NAT, firewalls, SBCs).
  • Knowledge of call center operations, KPIs, reporting, and call handling strategy.
Nice to have
  • Experience with Kamailio/OpenSIPS for SIP proxying.
  • Experience with WebRTC and SIP over WebSocket.
  • Familiarity with cloud telephony platforms (AWS Chime, Twilio).
  • Experience with hybrid Cisco–Asterisk environments.
Key Responsibilities
  • Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Asterisk PBX systems (SIP, PJSIP, DAHDI, AMI/ARI).
  • Implement routing logic, dial plans, call queues, call forwarding, and failover scenarios.
  • Maintain SIP trunks and providers (TCP/UDP/TLS/SRTP).
  • Ensure system uptime, performance tuning, call quality monitoring (QoS, jitter, latency, MOS).
Cisco Telephony / Call Center Systems
  • Configure and maintain Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), Cisco CUBE, Cisco SIP Gateways, and Cisco Contact Center (UCCX/UCCE) components.
  • Troubleshoot interoperability issues between Cisco and Asterisk, including SIP normalization, dial plan alignment, codecs, and media routing.
  • Manage Cisco voice routing, SIP trunks, SRST, and redundancy configurations.
  • Apply Cisco best practices for VoIP security, QoS, VLAN segmentation, and failover.
Call Center Systems Integration
  • Integrate Asterisk and Cisco telephony systems with CRM/Helpdesk/Call Center platforms (e.g., Cisco CCX, Genesys, Zendesk, Avaya, custom CRM).
  • Develop and maintain API-based integrations (REST, Webhooks, AMI/ARI events).
  • Work with call center reporting/analytics tools (CDR, queue logs, call recordings).
  • Configure SIP proxies, SBCs, NAT traversal (STUN/TURN/ICE), and SIP security.
  • Manage RTP flows, media servers, and transcoding (G.711, G.729, Opus, GSM).
  • Configure and troubleshoot Cisco SBC/CUBE, SIP normalization profiles, and dial‑peer routing.
  • Implement high availability, redundancy, and load‑balancing for telephony services.
Monitoring & Security
  • Maintain logging/monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus, Asterisk logs, sngrep, Homer/HEP).
  • Ensure VoIP security: SIP authentication, firewall rules, intrusion prevention, and anti‑fraud.
  • Maintain backup/restore processes for configurations, prompts, and call recordings.
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