Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TEKsystems is a business and technology services company that helps clients drive transformation through full-stack technology services and talent solutions. The company is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead enterprise network design, deployment, routing, switching, virtualization integration, security segmentation, compliance documentation, and complex troubleshooting across multi-site environments.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and deployment of all networking components associated with rack and stack infrastructure builds, including core, distribution, and access layer switching
- Architect and implement routing solutions across complex, multi-site environments using OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP
- Configure and manage Cisco switching infrastructure including VLANs, spanning tree, port channels, and QoS policies
- Integrate network infrastructure with VMware NSX and virtualized environments in coordination with the infrastructure engineering team
- Design and enforce network segmentation strategies to meet DISA STIG and RMF compliance requirements
- Serve as the primary network subject matter expert, providing technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers and technicians
- Support ATO processes by producing and maintaining network architecture documentation, data flow diagrams, and configuration baselines
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues across switching, routing, and security layers
- Evaluate and recommend network technologies and solutions aligned with program requirements and government standards
- Maintain accurate and current network documentation including topology diagrams, IP address management, and change records
Skills
- 8-10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering with demonstrated depth across routing, switching, and network security
- Active Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification required; CCIE a strong plus
- Extensive experience with Cisco enterprise networking platforms including Catalyst, Nexus, and ASR product families
- Strong working knowledge of routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP in complex multi-site environments
- Experience designing and deploying network infrastructure as part of rack and stack build programs
- Familiarity with network virtualization concepts and integration with VMware NSX environments
- Working knowledge of DISA STIGs, NIST 800-53, and RMF as applied to network infrastructure
- Active Top Secret security clearance required; TS/SCI eligibility strongly preferred
- Prior experience supporting classified programs in a DoD, IC, or cleared defense contractor environment
- Experience with network automation and scripting tools such as Ansible, Python, or Cisco DNA Center
- Familiarity with SD-WAN, network access control (NAC), or zero trust network architecture concepts
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered
- DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or III certification (Security+, CASP+, CISSP, or equivalent)
Benefits
- If eligible, Medical, dental & vision
- If eligible, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
- If eligible, 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- If eligible, Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- If eligible, Short and long-term disability
- If eligible, Health Spending Account (HSA)
- If eligible, Transportation benefits
- If eligible, Employee Assistance Program
- If eligible, Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
- This is a fully remote position.
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