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WCPSS

Senior Administrator - Networking

Cary, NC

... CONTRACT No WORK WEEK SCHEDULE Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is ... Extensive knowledge of common network hardware including Cisco switches, routers, and wireless ...

WCPSS

Senior Administrator - Networking

Cary, NC

... CONTRACT No WORK WEEK SCHEDULE Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is ... Extensive knowledge of common network hardware including Cisco switches, routers, and wireless ...

Arganteal

Terraform Network Automation Architect

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$63 - $84.25/hr

... Cisco & Palo Alto • PST hours Contract Overview * Six (6) week full time contract engagement ... administer, and troubleshoot a real world brownfield Cisco and Palo Alto environment, evolve it ...

GlobalXperts

Senior Voice Engineer -NATIONWIDE-

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$101K - $139K/yr

... the contract cent and UC arena * Lead Engineering efforts of UC and Contact center Projects ... Cisco IP telephony infrastructure * Administer and troubleshoot Unified Call Manager, Unity ...

Arganteal

Network Migration Architect

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$63 - $84.25/hr

Overnight Cutover Lead and Key 6 Administrator Network Migration Architect, Cisco and Juniper Level ... Shift: 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM CST Term: 12 month contract Classification: 1099 or Corp to Corp ...

Arganteal, Corp.

Network Migration Architect

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$63 - $84.25/hr

Shift: 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM CST Term: 12 month contract Classification: 1099 or Corp to Corp ... Two jobs in one role: Key 6 Administrator at the front of each cut, and Nighttime Lead for ...

Vulcan Elements

Network Engineer

Benson, NC

... using Cisco Meraki and Ubiquiti UniFi platforms. * OT Network Management: Design and maintain ... Administer and maintain secure remote access solutions including site-to-site and client VPN ...

Vulcan Elements

Network Engineer

Durham, NC

... using Cisco Meraki and Ubiquiti UniFi platforms. * OT Network Management: Design and maintain ... Administer and maintain secure remote access solutions including site-to-site and client VPN ...

Vulcan Elements

Network Engineer

Raleigh, NC

... using Cisco Meraki and Ubiquiti UniFi platforms. * OT Network Management: Design and maintain ... Administer and maintain secure remote access solutions including site-to-site and client VPN ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract cisco administrator in Raleigh, NC is $101,893.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,900.00 and $112,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Cisco Administrator vs Network Engineer?

AspectContract Cisco AdministratorNetwork Engineer
CertificationsCCNA, CCNPCCNA, CCNP, CCIE
Work EnvironmentProject-based, temporary contractsFull-time, ongoing roles
Industry UsageIT, telecommunications, enterprise networksIT, telecommunications, enterprise networks
Primary FocusConfiguring and maintaining Cisco network devicesDesigning, implementing, and troubleshooting networks

The main difference between a Contract Cisco Administrator and a Network Engineer lies in their roles and employment type. Contract Cisco Administrators typically work on short-term projects focusing on configuring and maintaining Cisco devices, often under temporary contracts. In contrast, Network Engineers usually hold full-time positions responsible for designing and troubleshooting entire network systems. Both roles require similar certifications and industry experience, but their work scope and employment arrangements differ.

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Infographic showing various Contract Cisco Administrator job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,893 per year, or $49 per hour.

Senior Administrator - Networking

WCPSS

Cary, NC

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Overview
POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)
SENIOR ADMINISTRATOR
WORKING TITLE
Senior Administrator-Networking
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
Technology Services
LOCATION
Crossroads II, Cary, NC
PAY GRADE
Senior Administrator Band 3
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
No
WORK WEEK SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a Hybrid Telework workweek
POSITION PURPOSE:
Supports the enterprise-wide Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) network operations, development of monitoring tools and procedures, router and switch configurations, backup systems, network disaster recovery, improvement of the existing network architecture and design, and the logistics involved with the procurement and installation of network infrastructure equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
  • Extensive knowledge of network fundamentals including cabling standards, TCP/IP and network addressing;
  • Extensive knowledge of common network hardware including Cisco switches, routers, and wireless access points;
  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point; Google Apps;
  • Knowledge of software change management, defect management and software support;
  • Knowledge of network segmentation and VLAN implementation;
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills; ability to participate in and encourage team management concepts and promote a positive working environment;
  • Excellent organizational skills;
  • High commitment to achieving goals and plans;
  • Ability to plan, positively influence, and negotiate;
  • Ability to analyze technical documents/specs and translate to business rules;
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, staff members of external funding agencies, and the community.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor's degree Computer Science or related technical field; AND
  • Technical project management experience; AND
  • Experience in network architecture and design; AND
  • Experience in the successful establishment of production networks.

An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may be considered.
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
  • Certification in network fundamentals;
  • Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license according to the State of North Carolina requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
None
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Assists with the design and implementation of networks for new construction and renovation projects.
  2. Supports the planning, configuration, and deployment of LAN/WAN infrastructure, including Cisco switches, routers, wireless access points, Cisco Nexus devices and Firewalls.
  3. Supports data center operations, including connectivity, rack elevation documentation, structured cabling, and interconnectivity with core networking infrastructure.
  4. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements for internet content filtering and cybersecurity best practices.
  5. Troubleshoots and resolves reported network issues received via the Help Desk and escalate, as necessary.
  6. Monitors network performance and security, using appropriate tools such as Nagios, Wireshark or Meraki Dashboard to identify, report, and remediate issues proactively.
  7. Applies configuration management procedures to modify, track, and maintain network systems and infrastructure.
  8. Maintains accurate documentation and updated drawings for the WAN and each site's LAN, including topology diagrams, device configurations, and IP addressing schemes using tools such as NetBox or Visio.
  9. Tracks warranty status, lifecycle, and upgrade documentation for WAN, LAN, and NOC hardware and software components.
  10. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff and staff members. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. The work requires activities frequently involving driving automotive equipment.
EFFECTIVE DATE: 6/2025
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.

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