System Administrator - CONTRACT 6 months

Overview:

Our client is seeking experienced Network Migration Specialists to support a nationwide network transformation initiative tied to CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) compliance. The project includes migrating approximately 20 U.S. sites into a new secure enclave aligned with U.S. Government cybersecurity requirements.

This is a technical, hands-on engineering role focused on network implementation — installing, configuring, and cutting over wired/wireless infrastructure — in close collaboration with network engineering and site operations teams. This is not a project management position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute network cutovers and migrations for manufacturing and office sites into a new CMMC-compliant environment.
• Unbox, rack, cable, and power switches, routers, access points, and firewalls.
• Configure and validate Cisco equipment prior to shipment and during on-site deployment.
• Perform physical patching between switches, patch panels, and edge devices.
• Follow and update migration templates and site-specific runbooks for routing and connectivity changes.
• Coordinate with site contacts and cabling vendors; handle patch cabling while overseeing third-party installations.
• Adjust and verify Cisco CLI configurations (VLANs, routing, IP addressing).
• Support testing, cutover execution, and troubleshooting during off-hours or migration weekends.
• Document existing configurations, identify dependencies, and note remediation needs.
• Assist with ongoing cleanup and configuration alignment across data centers and field sites.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure designs and configurations comply with CMMC security standards.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong hands-on Cisco routing and switching, including VLANs and BGP.
• Working knowledge of Cisco Meraki and firewall principles.
• Proficiency with Cisco CLI and configuration file interpretation.
• Familiarity with site-to-site VPNs, encryption, and network segmentation.
• Experience with site migrations, hardware installations, and live cutovers.
• Strong documentation and communication abilities.
• Ability to travel and perform physical rack-level work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CCNA or equivalent required; CCNP preferred.
• Experience in U.S. Government or CMMC-related secure environments.
• Familiarity with Palo Alto firewalls, wireless systems, and multi-site WAN designs.

Additional Details:

• Must be a U.S. person working on U.S. soil due to CMMC requirements.
• Frequent domestic travel with company-paid expenses.
• Flexible schedule with occasional evening/weekend cutovers.
• Initial 6-month contract with potential extension.