Network Specialist

Overview A public-sector technology organization in Southwest Florida is seeking an experienced Network Specialist to support, maintain, and enhance a mission-critical enterprise network environment. This role is ideal for candidates who have hands-on expertise with Cisco networking technologies and thrive in highly regulated, security-focused environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Cisco routers, switches, and related network infrastructure.
  
  
• Monitor network performance, analyze traffic patterns, and proactively identify areas for optimization or remediation.
  
  
• Implement and maintain network security best practices, including access control, segmentation, and device hardening procedures.
  
  
• Support LAN/WAN operations, VPN solutions, wireless infrastructure, and routing protocols (e.g., EIGRP, OSPF, BGP).
  
  
• Perform upgrades, patching, backups, and lifecycle maintenance on network hardware and software.
  
  
• Assist with network design, documentation, and implementation of new solutions or enhancements.
  
  
• Respond to escalated network incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and coordinate resolutions within SLA expectations.
  
  
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems, and application teams to ensure overall infrastructure integrity and compliance.
  
  
• Produce and maintain technical documentation including topology diagrams, inventories, and SOPs.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Strong hands-on proficiency with Cisco IOS, routers, switches, VLANs, and routing/switching fundamentals.
  
  
• Experience with network monitoring and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Wireshark).
  
  
• Understanding of network security principles, firewalls, ACLs, and secure configuration practices.
  
  
• Ability to work in structured, policy-driven environments with high uptime expectations.
  
  
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
  
  

Preferred / Encouraged Experience Experience in regulated industries is highly valued, but not required includes:

• Banking and financial services
  
  
• Healthcare environments (HIPAA compliance)
  
  
• Public sector or government agencies
  Candidates familiar with audit requirements, compliance frameworks, and security-sensitive operations are strongly encouraged to apply.
  
  

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  
  
• Cisco certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent experience preferred.

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.