Network Administrator

Viega Group

Network Administrator responsible for the secure operation of network infrastructure at Viega. Managing devices and collaborating on optimization and improvements.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeMcPherson • Kansas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $91,000 - $113,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudFirewallsITSMServiceNowSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate, monitor, and maintain regional LAN/WAN/WLAN infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance.
Manage and support network devices (switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers, access points)
Support and maintain VPN and remote access solutions.
Execute network changes and configuration adjustments following ITIL change management processes
Ensure network connectivity between regional offices, datacenters, and cloud environments
Collaborate closely with hosting partners, telecom providers, and MSPs for escalations, maintenance, and improvement initiatives
Maintain and update the network CMDB and asset documentation.
Analyze and optimize network performance, bandwidth utilization, and cost efficiency
Drive continuous improvement in service quality and optimize the regional network footprint in alignment with global strategy
Implement and maintain network security configurations (ACLs, VLANs, firewalls, segmentation)
Support compliance, audit, and risk management activities in cooperation with global IT Security
Monitor for security incidents, vulnerabilities, and unauthorized access using established tools and processes.
Create and maintain network documentation, topology diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOP)
Provide training and guidance to 1st-level and regional IT teams to improve first-contact resolution and reduce escalation volume
Contribute to knowledge base articles and ensure up-to-date documentation in ServiceNow or equivalent ITSM systems
Promote knowledge sharing, collaboration, and process alignment across regional and global IT teams
Handle network incidents, problems, and changes according to ITIL-based processes.
Serve as 2nd/3rd-level escalation point for complex network issues.
Participate in network infrastructure projects, upgrades, or expansion initiatives (e.g., SD-WAN rollouts, Wi-Fi refresh, MPLS migration)
Collaborate with the Global Network Team, IT Platform Manager, and external providers to ensure service alignment and project delivery
Provide technical input for architecture design, capacity planning, and vendor selection.
Support regional infrastructure consolidation to improve operational efficiency.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Solid understanding of LAN/WAN architectures, VLANs, routing, and switching (L2/L3)
Experience with wireless network administration
Strong knowledge of firewall administration, VPN, and remote access technologies.
Familiarity with SD-WAN, load balancing, and cloud networking
Experience with monitoring and management tools
Scripting/automation skills are a plus.
Knowledge of ITIL processes and ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow)
Ability to collaborate with external partners (MSPs, vendors) and internal stakeholders
Excellent documentation and communication abilities.
Capability to train, coach, and enable 1st-level and regional support teams.
Familiarity with global IT environments and cross-regional collaboration
Some college education focusing on Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field required
Bachelor’s degree preferred
3–5 years’ professional experience in enterprise or regional network operations and engineering required
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) preferred
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
Wellness Program
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Voluntary Benefits (Life, AD&D, Disability)
401(k) retirement plan with a 7.5% company contribution
Time Off Programs – 22 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 Company Holidays, 2 Volunteer Days

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Hard Skills & Tools

LANWANWLANVLANsroutingswitchingfirewall administrationVPNSD-WANload balancing

Soft Skills

collaborationdocumentationcommunicationtrainingcoachingproblem-solvingcontinuous improvementknowledge sharingstakeholder engagementprocess alignment

Certifications

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)