Network Engineer

Top Skills:
1. Advanced Enterprise Routing & Switching Expertise

• 7-10 years of hands-on experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise networks.
• Deep knowledge of OSPF, BGP, Multicast (PIM/DVMRP), VLAN design and migrations.
• Experience troubleshooting and supporting large-scale, high-availability networks up to 100Gb environments.

2. Network Security & Access Control

• Strong expertise in firewalls, ACLs, IDS/IPS, Network Access Control (NAC), RADIUS, EAP/PEAP, and Certificate Authorities.
• Experience securing networks with varying security postures and enforcing security policies.
• Ability to maintain compliance and implement best practices for enterprise network security.

3. Expert Troubleshooting in 24x7 Critical Environments

• Proven ability to monitor, maintain, and support mission-critical network infrastructure with minimal supervision.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills in high-availability and disaster recovery environments.
• Willingness to provide after-hours support and respond to network emergencies quickly and independently.

Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Networking Infrastructure Engineer with a minimum of 7-10 years of hands-on experience in the design, installation, and maintenance of enterprise networks and systems operations.
Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and support multiple large-scale network infrastructures with varying security postures
• Collaborate with the Senior Infrastructure Architect and Senior Infrastructure Engineer to ensure optimal network performance and security.
• Perform after-hours work and respond promptly to network or systems emergencies with minimal supervision.
• Apply expert-level troubleshooting skills in a high-availability, 24/7 enterprise environment.

Required Technical Expertise

• Routing Protocols: OSPF, BGP, Multicast (PIM, DVMRP)
• Network Design: VLAN design and migration
• Security: Policy-enabled networking, Access Control Lists, Endpoint Integrity, Firewalls
• Authentication & Access Control: Network Access Control, IDS/IPS, EAP/PEAP, RADIUS, Certificate Authorities
• Protocols & Services: SNMPv3, SSH, SSL, Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, IAS
• High Availability & Redundancy: VOIP, VRRP, Disaster Recovery
• Hardware & Standards: Multi-vendor network hardware, troubleshooting up to 100 GB standards

Desirable Knowledge:

• SCADA systems
• IP Address Management (IPAM)
• PCI compliance
• Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM)
• MACsec encryption

Additional Desired Skill Sets
Software:

• NetSight
• NetBox
• Unimus
• EfficientIP
• NPS (RADIUS)

Hardware:

• Extreme (S-Series, VOSS, EXOS)
• Arista

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift at least 70 pounds
• Must be able to walk long distances as part of infrastructure support duties

Soft Skills & Professionalism

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documentation and reporting
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-performance team
• Demonstrated use of best practices and adherence to security policies and procedures

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boston, MA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $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 Boston,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.