Senior Network Engineer

TEKsystems
$65.00 - $70.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Maryland, Annapolis
Feb 19, 2025
Description Customer is seeking a high-level Network Engineer to join the Global Network Implementation Services team. AGN is a globally distributed network that services and supports a community of interest within the Aviation and Transportation industries. AGN provides private networking in a highly reliable and secure world-wide network architecture to our customers. The successful candidate will serve as a member of the Implementation team that is responsible for maintaining and operating the Global Network. The candidate must be familiar with advanced networking concepts and technologies which include routing, switching, firewalls, and cloud-based technologies primarily on Cisco platforms. Candidate must be highly motivated and be able to work in a collaborative team environment, as well as independently. Job Responsibilities * Manage multiple projects from start to finish * Directly interfacing with customers * Order and activate WAN circuits; troubleshoot if necessary * Procure equipment per project requirements * Configure equipment according to set design * Coordinate shipping and/or export control (as required) * Create cutover/migration plans for major activities * Schedule and perform cutovers with customers * Update documentation (change orders, asset records, circuit records and diagrams) * Provide specialized support to AGN customers * Provide customized utilization analysis and reports to business units and/or customers * Provide pre-sales support for multiple business units Skills Network engineering, Firewall, Router, Cisco routers, Wan, Cisco switches, Bgp, Switches, Ccnp, Routing, Cloud, Vpn, cisco asa firewalls, cisco asa, Troubleshooting, Data center, Configuration, network connectivity, network protocols, Ccna, Network architecture, Infrastructure, Design, Support, Routers and switches, Ospf, Security, Network infrastructure, Ccie, Network security, Automation, mpls Additional Skills & Qualifications Basic Qualifications * Must have at least 6-9 years of hands-on experience with configuring Cisco routers and switches in a production WAN environment * Must be able to build full working router configurations by using templates and guidelines * Must have sound working knowledge of BGP routing protocol * Working knowledge of all types of Network Address Translations (NAT) * Experience with building Site-to-Site VPNs and DMVPN * Experience with WAN technologies and protocols such as T1/E1, Frame-Relay, HDLC, DSL, Cellular, MPLS, and DMVPN * Strong aptitude for troubleshooting and/or isolating network related problems * Excellent written and oral communication skills * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment * Ability to work independently and in a team environment * Occasionally work evenings and weekends to accommodate global customer change windows * Ability to learn new skills and technologies quickly * U.S. Citizenship is required. Desired Experience: * Previous experience implementing WAN connectivity * Experience working with LTE cellular connectivity as backup * Experience working in a large-scale WAN environment * Experience working in a Service Provider environment * Experience with configuring and troubleshooting Cisco ASA/FPFW devices Education or Certification Requirements: * Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) * Cisco Certified Network Profession (CCNP) a plus * Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline a plus Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $70.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Annapolis,MD. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 4, 2025. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.