Network Administrator - Cisco Meraki T500-26376

Talent500 is hiring for one of its clients. About Ferguson: Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in. Duties and Responsibilities: Rogue Device Enforcement: Own the intake, investigation, and resolution of Rouge devicesEnforce defined network access and security policies, including device isolation and remediation actionsPartner with Network Security to refine response procedures, thresholds, and enforcement standards NOC Operations & Network Support: Support NOC incident response for network-related issues, including break/fix and service restorationManage Layer 2 network devices and coordinate RMAs for faulty hardwarePerform APC UPS and battery replacements to maintain infrastructure resilienceMonitor network health using Meraki Dashboard and Struxureware, escalating issues as needed Incident & Service Management: Leverage ServiceNow for incident, request, and problem trackingProvide timely communication and updates to global teams and US-based stakeholdersSupport ISP management activities including DIA circuits, modems, and provider coordination Qualifications and Requirements: 1-3 years of enterprise/branch network voice/data communications experience preferred.Proficient computer skills; must be comfortable in MS Office and related applications.Proficient Network skills and experience; CCNA, CCNP and additional certification relevant to the position is preferred but not required.Proficient troubleshooting experience and certification in wireless networking is preferred.Experience in an enterprise network operations environment, including large-scale deployments and refresh of multiple technical theaters.Experience with SDWAN infrastructureExperience with Security protocolsExperience within Cloud Management and TechnologyProject Management skills.Effective verbal and written communication skills. Strong understanding of network fundamentals (Ethernet, Wireless, VLANs, ARP, STP, DNS, DHCP)Hands-on experience with Meraki wireless and switching environments (preferred)Familiarity with rogue device detection and network security best practicesExperience with ITSM tools (ServiceNow preferred)Understanding of hardware RMA processesAbility to operate in a 24x7 support environmentStrong communication skills for global and US-based stakeholder interactionSelf-directed, ownership-driven mindset with sound judgment under pressure Preferred / Nice to Have: CCNA or equivalent networking trainingExperience with APC UPS systems and StruxurewarePrior NOC or Network Operations experienceExposure to security policy enforcement or SOC/NOC collaboration models Talent500 is hiring for one of its clients. About Ferguson: Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in. Duties and Responsibilities: Rogue Device Enforcement: Own the intake, investigation, and resolution of Rouge devicesEnforce defined network access and security policies, including device isolation and remediation actionsPartner with Network Security to refine response procedures, thresholds, and enforcement standards NOC Operations & Network Support: Support NOC incident response for network-related issues, including break/fix and service restorationManage Layer 2 network devices and coordinate RMAs for faulty hardwarePer