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Network Specialist

Randstad Digital
Farmington, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/8/2026
job summary:

Position of 'Network Administrator II' is to manage and support the organization's network and connectivity


systems. This role is responsible for maintaining reliable and secure network operations, including firewall


management, VPN connectivity, and multi-site communication, within a primarily on-premises environment.


As part of a small IT team, this position requires a hands-on approach to troubleshooting, ownership of network


performance and availability, and the ability to work across both network and systems layers. The ideal candidate


will be comfortable supporting critical infrastructure, collaborating with team members, and contributing to day-


to-day IT operations as needed.





location: Farmington Hills, Michigan

job type: Permanent

salary: $70,000 - 85,000 per year

work hours: 9am to 5pm

education: High School



responsibilities:

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES


? Manage and maintain Fortinet stack - FortiGate firewalls, FortiSwitches, and FortiAPs, including


firmware updates, configuration, and policy management


? Administer and support SSL VPN for remote users and maintain multiple IPSec tunnels to remote sites,


vendors, and business partners


? Monitor VPN and WAN connectivity, ensuring high availability and rapid resolution of outages impacting


business operations


? Manage dual ISP connections, including failover configuration, performance monitoring, and coordination


with service providers


? Maintain and support network infrastructure including primarily Fortinet and occasionally Cisco switching


environments


? Administer site-to-site connectivity, including UniFi wireless bridge between facilities


? Monitor network health and respond to alerts; perform root cause analysis on outages and degraded


performance


? Support end users with network and connectivity-related issues as needed


INTERNAL


? Coordinate with vendors and ISPs for troubleshooting, escalations, quotes, and hardware replacement


(RMA)


? Maintain accurate network documentation including diagrams, configurations, and operational


procedures


? Assist IT team with infrastructure projects and collaborate across systems and network environments


Security & Access Responsibilities


? Manage firewall policies, NAT rules, and access controls on FortiGate devices


? Ensure secure remote access for users and third-party vendors


? Perform periodic firewall rule reviews and maintain network segmentation best practices


? Support patching and firmware updates for network devices


End User & Operational Support


? Participate in day-to-day IT support activities within an internal ticketing system, including documenting


work performed and maintaining clear ticket notes


? Assist with general user support issues as part of a small IT team, including escalation and troubleshooting


of connectivity and system-related problems


? Support company-issued iOS devices, including initial setup, account configuration, application


deployment, and coordination with carriers for service changes such as international plans


? Maintain accurate records of assigned devices and support basic mobile device troubleshooting


WORKING ENVIRONMENT


? On-site role supporting a primary business location


? Small IT team with shared responsibilities across infrastructure and support


? Participation in team-based response to after-hours or critical issues


? Opportunity to take ownership of network infrastructure and contribute to improvements




qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE


The incumbent must:


? Have a high school diploma or GED and six years of hands-on network administration


experience in a business environment


-or-


? Have a bachelor's degree six years of hands-on network administration experience in a


business environment


INTERNAL


-and-


? Experience with Fortinet firewalls (FortiGate required; FortiSwitch/FortiAP preferred)


? Hands-on experience with SSL VPN and IPSec tunnel configuration and troubleshooting


? Solid understanding of routing, switching, VLANs, NAT, and firewall concepts


? Experience with enterprise wireless networking and troubleshooting


? Ability to troubleshoot issues across network, firewall, and system layers


? Familiarity with Windows environments and Active Directory


Not Required but Preferred


? Fortinet NSE certifications


? Experience with UniFi or similar wireless/bridge technologies


? Experience managing dual ISP or redundant network environments


? Familiarity with network monitoring tools


? Experience working with vendors and procurement processes


? Familiarity with SAP ERP and Radley EDI systems




Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.


Salary : $70,000

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