webrunner (12/9/2016)
ZZartin (12/8/2016)
Don't bother trying to fight with a power hungry network admin. Make it known immediately to your supervisor that you are unable to do your job in an effective matter and that said network admin is the reason, let him fight with the higher ups about it that's his job after all. Also make sure it's immediately known every single time something is delayed or there is customer impact that said network admin is the reason why, make sure your manager and any customers are aware of this. Eventually he'll either get swamped doing your job or be forced to give you back access.+1
+1000
Also, regarding what Ed said:
EdVassie (12/10/2016)
In all of this, always be polite and courteous with whoever you deal with. You are a professional and you need to always be seen to act like one.
This is going to be a hard one, but try to listen to it anyway. If you come off half-cocked and belligerent, you won't get far. Also, the network admin is in the position of power because he has the permissions and you don't. Don't fight him head-on...let your boss(es) handle it.
If you get no traction or you decide it isn't worth the fight:
1. Make sure your resume is up to date
2. Ensure your suit still fits (speaking from experience ;-))
3. PM Mr. Rowan and see what else is out there.
Best of luck. If you don't mind, I'm looking forward to hearing how it plays out.