Network Engineer will be responsible for performing network support and system troubleshooting to maintain the integrity and availability of our systems. This position involves hands-on administration, implementation, and troubleshooting of enterprise network systems.
** This position is based onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA.**
What YOU will do:
Implementing and managing switch, firewall, and router configurations.
Utilizing scripting knowledge and experience with network technologies, services, operations, and associated security practices.
Collaborating with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain strict security requirements.
Responsibilities to Anticipate:
Design, deploy, implement, modernize, and support scalable network solutions using industry best practices.
Architect and develop network systems optimized for performance and scalability across multiple computing environments.
Provide guidance on network resource allocation, utilization, and optimization.
Troubleshoot network issues effectively, focusing on mitigation and prevention.
Collaborate with Cybersecurity teams to maintain stringent security requirements.
Weekend and after-hours support may be required as needed.
Skills
security clearance, ccna, ccnp, infrastructure, backup, disaster recovery
Top Skills Details
security clearance
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Active DoD Secret clearance is required.
Must obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification within 3 months of start date.
Current CCNA Networking Certification (CCNP preferred).
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with the following skills:
Proven experience with security infrastructure products and capabilities.
Ability to develop solutions and documentation for complex technical challenges.
Experience with infrastructure backup, restore, disaster recovery, and business continuity products.
Expertise in firewall implementation and network security.
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00/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 fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 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.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
- Dice Id: 101054TS
- Position Id: JP-005652163
- Posted 2 hours ago
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