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Telecommunications Network Administrator

Comrise, Foster City, CA, United States


Job Title:

Telecommunication Network Administrator
Location:

Foster City, CA (Onsite)
Pay Rate:

$62.71/hour (W2 only)
Contract Duration:

6 months
Industry:

Autonomous Mobility

About the Role

As a leading company in the autonomous mobility space, we are seeking a

Telecommunication Network Administrator

to manage the full lifecycle of telecommunications services across a growing organization.

This role is critical in ensuring reliable, timely network connectivity as new locations are launched. You will act as a key liaison between internal teams (IT, Facilities, Procurement) and external telecom providers, supporting site deployments and partnering closely with Network Engineering on ongoing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Connectivity Management & Provisioning
Manage end-to-end delivery of telecom services, including MACD (Move, Add, Change, Disconnect) requests
Oversee provisioning for broadband, DIA, fiber, EPL, and WISP circuits
Identify connectivity requirements and drive ordering with telecom carriers
Vendor & Carrier Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for telecom providers
Coordinate order submissions, installation schedules, and SLA adherence
Proactively resolve service and delivery issues to meet project timelines
Technical Implementation

Oversee circuit turn-up and activation aligned with technical requirements
Configure and maintain network devices (routers, switches, firewalls)
Ensure seamless integration of external telecom circuits
Operational Support & Troubleshooting

Diagnose and resolve circuit-level issues, especially during deployment phases
Partner with Network Engineering on rollouts and ongoing support
Inventory & Documentation

Maintain accurate records of all circuits, including IDs, locations, costs, and contract terms
Ensure data accuracy for billing and lifecycle management
Qualifications

3+ years of experience in telecommunications or network administration
Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF)
Experience with telecom circuit types (Fiber, EPL, Wave, Dark Fiber, Broadband, DIA, etc.)
Proven ability to manage vendors and carriers in fast-paced environments
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field preferred
Certifications such as CCNA or Network+ are a plus
What We're Looking For

Highly organized and detail-oriented professional
Strong communicator with experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet aggressive deadlines