Network Systems Administrator Jobs in Ohio
Network Systems Administrator jobs in Ohio are open across Columbus, Cleveland, and Dayton and other Ohio metros, with employers like Acuative Corporation, Artech, and CVS Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitor, support, and troubleshoot enterprise routing, switching, wireless, SD-WAN, firewall, and telecommunications infrastructure.
- Configure and support Cisco Catalyst, Cisco DNA Center, Meraki, Silver Peak (EdgeConnect), Cradlepoint, Palo Alto, and Prisma networking and security platforms.
- Respond to and resolve network incidents including node outages, interface failures, BGP routing issues, WAN connectivity problems, packet loss, latency concerns, and security-related network events.
- Support BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, ACLs, QoS, DHCP, DNS, VPN, and network segmentation technologies.
- Utilize SolarWinds and network analysis tools to monitor performance, identify issues, and maintain operational stability.
- Manage ISP circuits, MPLS, broadband, LTE, SD-WAN, and carrier services.
- Perform network hardware installations, firmware upgrades, lifecycle replacements, and configuration changes.
- Maintain network documentation, diagrams, standards, and operational procedures.
- Provide tier-2 and tier-3 support for escalated network incidents and service requests.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3+ years of experience supporting enterprise network environments.
- Experience supporting Cisco Catalyst switching, Cisco DNA Center, Meraki, Palo Alto, Prisma, routing, wireless, and SD-WAN technologies.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, subnetting, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls, and WAN connectivity.
- Experience troubleshooting BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, carrier circuits, and network security technologies.
- Experience with SolarWinds and network monitoring platforms.
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
- Cisco CCNA, CCNP, Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE, or equivalent certifications.
- Experience supporting large multi-site enterprise networks.
- Experience with network security technologies, firewalls, NAC, Prisma, and segmentation.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitor, support, and troubleshoot enterprise routing, switching, wireless, SD-WAN, firewall, and telecommunications infrastructure.
- Configure and support Cisco Catalyst, Cisco DNA Center, Meraki, Silver Peak (EdgeConnect), Cradlepoint, Palo Alto, and Prisma networking and security platforms.
- Respond to and resolve network incidents including node outages, interface failures, BGP routing issues, WAN connectivity problems, packet loss, latency concerns, and security-related network events.
- Support BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, ACLs, QoS, DHCP, DNS, VPN, and network segmentation technologies.
- Utilize SolarWinds and network analysis tools to monitor performance, identify issues, and maintain operational stability.
- Manage ISP circuits, MPLS, broadband, LTE, SD-WAN, and carrier services.
- Perform network hardware installations, firmware upgrades, lifecycle replacements, and configuration changes.
- Maintain network documentation, diagrams, standards, and operational procedures.
- Provide tier-2 and tier-3 support for escalated network incidents and service requests.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3+ years of experience supporting enterprise network environments.
- Experience supporting Cisco Catalyst switching, Cisco DNA Center, Meraki, Palo Alto, Prisma, routing, wireless, and SD-WAN technologies.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, subnetting, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls, and WAN connectivity.
- Experience troubleshooting BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP, carrier circuits, and network security technologies.
- Experience with SolarWinds and network monitoring platforms.
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
- Cisco CCNA, CCNP, Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE, or equivalent certifications.
- Experience supporting large multi-site enterprise networks.
- Experience with network security technologies, firewalls, NAC, Prisma, and segmentation.
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Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Network Systems Administrator Job Market in Ohio
A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Acuative Corporation2
- Artech2
- CVS Health2
- Cedarville University2
- City of Cleveland, OH2
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software7
- Healthcare & Medical Services6
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Education3
- Electronics & Hardware3
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in network systems administrator jobs across Ohio.
- CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA certification strongly preferred or required
- Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting routers, switches, and firewalls
- Proficiency with network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, PRTG, or Nagios
- Working knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and VPN protocols
- Experience with cloud networking in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environments
- Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
Network Systems Administrator Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How many network systems administrator jobs are there in Ohio?
There are 38+ network systems administrator openings in Ohio on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Columbus, Cleveland, and Dayton. New positions post regularly as employers across Ohio hire.
How much do network systems administrators make in Ohio?
Network systems administrators in Ohio earn a median of about $97,570 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,170 for the lowest 10% to over $143,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Ohio cities have the most network systems administrator jobs?
Columbus, Cleveland, and Dayton have the most network systems administrator openings in Ohio right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire network systems administrators in Ohio?
Employers hiring network systems administrators in Ohio include Acuative Corporation, Artech, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote network systems administrator jobs in Ohio?
Yes. About 16% of network systems administrator openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Ohio metros.
How do I apply for network systems administrator jobs in Ohio?
You can apply to network systems administrator jobs in Ohio directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Ohio location, then apply to each one that fits.
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