Network & Telecom Administrator – Data Proficient

About the role

Softtek Colombia is seeking a skilled Network/Telecom Administrator with strong data‑handling expertise to join its Bogotá office. The professional will be responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining the company’s enterprise network and telecommunications infrastructure, ensuring secure and high‑performance connectivity for all business units.

Key responsibilities

• Design, deploy and optimise LAN/WAN architectures, including VLANs, QoS, and routing protocols.
• Administer Cisco switching and routing platforms, as well as Palo Alto firewalls, to enforce security policies.
• Monitor network performance, conduct capacity planning and resolve incidents promptly.
• Maintain configuration backups, manage remote access tools and ensure reliable IP addressing (DNS/DHCP).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to anticipate infrastructure needs and integrate emerging technologies such as cloud networking and enterprise wireless solutions.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of experience in enterprise network administration.
• Upper‑intermediate English proficiency.
• Proactive attitude with a focus on preventing service interruptions and improving connection quality.

Required skills

• Deep knowledge of TCP/IP, OSI model, VLANs, QoS, DNS, DHCP and IP addressing.
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco switching & routing, static and dynamic routing protocols, HSRP, 802.1Q trunking and VTP.
• Administration of Palo Alto firewalls and Citrix NetScaler (ADC).
• Familiarity with VoIP, SIP and enterprise wireless networks.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, PCNSA or PCNSE.
• Experience with monitoring, automation tools and hybrid/cloud networking environments.