Arista Network Engineer

Overview

On Site
USD 50.00 - 65.00 per hour
Full Time

Skills

FOCUS
Computer Networking
Computer Hardware
Cloud Computing
CISSP
Network Administration
Network Design
Network Operations
LAN
Network
Attention To Detail
OSI Model
Routing Protocols
OSPF
EIGRP
Virtual Private Network
Wireless Communication
IPS
Arista
Network Engineering
Firewall
WAN
Border Gateway Protocol
Routers
Cisco
Switches
Cisco Certifications
Communication
Taxes
Life Insurance
SEP
Collaboration
Partnership
Business Transformation
Law

Job Details

Description
Senior Network Engineer - Arista Focus (NIWC Point Loma)
Location: Point Loma, San Diego, CA
Client: Litus (in partnership with Leidos and TEKsystems)
Program: NGEN-SMIT
Overview:
Leidos is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer with hands-on experience in Arista networking equipment to support a critical infrastructure upgrade at NIWC Point Loma. The team recently transitioned from Cisco to Arista hardware and currently lacks in-house expertise with the new platform. This role offers a competitive rate for candidates with senior-level experience and relevant certifications.
Key Requirements:
Strong experience with Arista Networks hardware and software.
Preferred certification: Arista Certified Cloud Network Professional (ACCMP). Candidates with ACCNA will be considered if they demonstrate strong hands-on skills.
Willingness to pursue IAT Level III certification (e.g., CASP+, CISSP) to support network configuration tasks, even though it's not immediately required for IAT Level II roles.
Responsibilities:
Provide expert-level support for Arista network infrastructure.
Configure and maintain network devices including routers, switches, and associated software tools.
Collaborate with a team of network engineers and technicians to ensure reliable and secure network operations.
Support operational troubleshooting and maintenance in a large-scale LAN/MAN/WAN environment.
Coordinate network outages and maintenance activities with high attention to detail.
Desired Skills:
Deep understanding of the OSI Model.
Familiarity with routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP.
Experience with VPNs, wireless technologies, IPS, WAN accelerators, and related systems.
Skills
Arista, Network engineering, Router, Firewall, ccnp certification, Wan, Bgp, Troubleshooting, Ccna, Cisco routers, Cisco switches, Ccnp
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Excellent communication skills.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/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 San Diego,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 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.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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