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Solarus · 2 days ago

Network Administrator

Wisconsin Rapids, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Solarus is seeking a skilled Network Administrator to join their Network Services team. This role is responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and improvement of Solarus' network infrastructure, including IP, voice, wireless, and security domains.

InternetTelecommunicationsVoIP

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Act as operational lead for network changes in production environments across sites, services, and customer groups

Configure and support customer routers and network deployments using approved designs, templates, and documented procedures

Review and create network documentation for complex data circuits, including path mapping, facility assignments, and handoff details

Plan and execute major migrations end-to-end under approved architecture

Manage day-to-day Network Services including DNS, DHCP, subscriber edge routing, and IPV4/IPv6 operations

Serve as escalation point for Network Specialist staff

Mentor and train junior team members on troubleshooting approaches and best practices

Create and maintain high-quality documentation including MOPs, diagrams, and as-built configurations

Collaborate with Central Office Technician staff, field technicians, and cross-functional teams

Identify recurring issues and propose improvements to standards and processes

Qualification

IP addressingSubnettingVLAN designTrunkingStatic routingDynamic protocolsFirewallNATVPNCommon protocols knowledgeCisco CCNA certificationJuniper JNCIA-Junos certificationBachelor's degreeAdvanced CertificationsAutomation tools experienceWireshark Certified Analyst

Required

Associate's degree in Networking, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years of relevant networking/telecom experience

OR 8 to 10 years of relevant networking/telecom experience (central office, IT infrastructure, ISP engineering)

Strong IP addressing and subnetting skills

VLAN design and trunking across multiple switches

Static routing across multiple sites with working knowledge of dynamic routing protocols (OSPF/BGP)

Solid understanding of firewalls, NAT, and VPN concepts and configuration

Strong familiarity with common protocols (DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, SIP, SSH)

Certifications (Minimum): Networking: Cisco CCNA, Juniper JNCIA-Junos (with equivalent depth), or equivalent industry-recognized routing/switching certification

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Networking, IT, Computer Science, or closely related field

7–12 years of relevant networking/telecom experience

Advanced Certifications: Cisco CCNP (Enterprise or Service Provider), Juniper JNCIP

Demonstrated experience with EVPN/MPLS/BGP/OSPF topologies and multi-site L2/L3 connectivity

Experience leading major migrations, carrier interconnects, and high-impact network changes

Advanced firewall/security training or certification (WatchGuard WCSP, Palo Alto PCNSE, CompTIA Security+)

Experience with automation tools (Python, Ansible) and monitoring platforms (SNMP, syslog)

Wireshark Certified Analyst or equivalent packet analysis expertise

Company

Solarus

Solarus focuses on telecommunication, VoIP, internet, business, phone and home security services.

Founded in 1896

Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.solarus.net

H1B Sponsorship

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Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (1)

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Leadership Team

Doug Wenzlaff

CEO & General Manager

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