Overview
On Site
USD 50.00 - 65.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
Security Architecture
LAN
WLAN
Tier 3
Root Cause Analysis
Scalability
Technical Writing
Network Design
Border Gateway Protocol
OSPF
MPLS
TCP/IP
Virtual Private Cloud
Management
Virtualization
VMware
Terraform
Ansible
Communication
Continuous Improvement
Teamwork
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Operational Excellence
Computer Networking
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud
Google Cloud Platform
SD
WAN
Network
Enterprise Networks
Cloud Computing
Tier 2
Network Engineering
Cisco Certifications
Virtual Private Network
Hardware Troubleshooting
Cabling
Juniper
Firewall
Switches
Cisco
Routers
Python
Windows PowerShell
Scripting
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
DNS
DHCP
Taxes
Life Insurance
Marketing Intelligence
MI
Collaboration
Partnership
Business Transformation
Law
Job Details
Description
Name: Principal Network Engineer
Description:
Job Title: Principal Network Engineer
Duties: Work Schedule: Hybrid role - Mon/Tues/Thur - on-site. On-call rotation The Principal Network Engineer is a strategic technical leader responsible for architecting and optimizing enterprise network infrastructure. This role oversees large-scale network design, contributes to IT and security architecture. The Principal Network Engineer ensures network resilience, performance, and security while aligning infrastructure initiatives with business objectives. The Principal Network Engineer is part of the overall 7x24 operational support model for IT/OT systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Design, implement, operate and maintain functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN), ensuring scalability and resilience to meet organizational needs spanning on-premises and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve critical network issues, providing Tier-3 escalation support and leading root cause analysis ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Develop and document network architectures, operational procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
Develop and enforce network automation strategies using Terraform, Ansible, Python, or PowerShell to improve efficiency, security, and scalability.
Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including network configurations, operational procedures, and project plans.
Stay informed about emerging networking technologies, trends, and security threats, providing strategic recommendations to optimize and future-proof network infrastructure.
Other duties as assigned or may be necessary.
Skills: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Expert-level knowledge of networking architectures and protocols, including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VXLAN, and EVPN. Expert Knowledge
Deep expertise in cloud networking, including AWS VPC, Azure Virtual WAN, Google Cloud Platform VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, and Cloud Load Balancers. Professional Standard Experience with SD-WAN, network virtualization, and software-defined networking (SDN) (Cisco ACI, VMware NSX, AWS Transit Gateway). Broad Knowledge Proficiency in network automation and scripting, leveraging Terraform, Ansible, Python, PowerShell to streamline operations. Broad Knowledge Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex, multi-layered network issues across on-prem and cloud environments. Professional Standard Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex networking concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Professional Standard Demonstrates excellent teamwork and embodies the virtues of being humble, hungry, and people smart. Professional Standard Proven ability to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Demonstrates strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities, balancing business needs with security and operational excellence Broad Knowledge
Experience
4 - 7 years Hands-on experience in cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) (Required)
4 - 7 years Experience with SD-WAN, network segmentation, and automation tools to enhance network efficiency. (Required)
4 - 7 years Experience in leading technical projects (Required)
4 - 7 years Experience designing and supporting large-scale enterprise networks, including hybrid cloud environments (Required)
7 - 10 years Hands-on experience in network engineering, including design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-scale networks. (Required) Ability to troubleshoot technical Tier 2 and 3 escalation issues and identify solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Would also include up to 10% travel.
Skills
Data center, Hardware, Troubleshooting, Support, Cable, Rack and stack, juniper firewalls, cisco switches, cisco routers, Python, powershell scripting, DNS, DHCP, EVPN, Network engineering, Firewall, Ccna, Ccnp, Vpn
Top Skills Details
Data center,Hardware,Troubleshooting,Support,Cable,Rack and stack,juniper firewalls,cisco switches,cisco routers,Python,powershell scripting,DNS,DHCP,EVPN
Additional Skills & Qualifications
NA
Experience Level
Expert Level
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 Jackson,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 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.
Name: Principal Network Engineer
Description:
Job Title: Principal Network Engineer
Duties: Work Schedule: Hybrid role - Mon/Tues/Thur - on-site. On-call rotation The Principal Network Engineer is a strategic technical leader responsible for architecting and optimizing enterprise network infrastructure. This role oversees large-scale network design, contributes to IT and security architecture. The Principal Network Engineer ensures network resilience, performance, and security while aligning infrastructure initiatives with business objectives. The Principal Network Engineer is part of the overall 7x24 operational support model for IT/OT systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Design, implement, operate and maintain functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN), ensuring scalability and resilience to meet organizational needs spanning on-premises and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve critical network issues, providing Tier-3 escalation support and leading root cause analysis ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Develop and document network architectures, operational procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
Develop and enforce network automation strategies using Terraform, Ansible, Python, or PowerShell to improve efficiency, security, and scalability.
Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including network configurations, operational procedures, and project plans.
Stay informed about emerging networking technologies, trends, and security threats, providing strategic recommendations to optimize and future-proof network infrastructure.
Other duties as assigned or may be necessary.
Skills: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Expert-level knowledge of networking architectures and protocols, including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VXLAN, and EVPN. Expert Knowledge
Deep expertise in cloud networking, including AWS VPC, Azure Virtual WAN, Google Cloud Platform VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, and Cloud Load Balancers. Professional Standard Experience with SD-WAN, network virtualization, and software-defined networking (SDN) (Cisco ACI, VMware NSX, AWS Transit Gateway). Broad Knowledge Proficiency in network automation and scripting, leveraging Terraform, Ansible, Python, PowerShell to streamline operations. Broad Knowledge Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex, multi-layered network issues across on-prem and cloud environments. Professional Standard Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex networking concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Professional Standard Demonstrates excellent teamwork and embodies the virtues of being humble, hungry, and people smart. Professional Standard Proven ability to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Demonstrates strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities, balancing business needs with security and operational excellence Broad Knowledge
Experience
4 - 7 years Hands-on experience in cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) (Required)
4 - 7 years Experience with SD-WAN, network segmentation, and automation tools to enhance network efficiency. (Required)
4 - 7 years Experience in leading technical projects (Required)
4 - 7 years Experience designing and supporting large-scale enterprise networks, including hybrid cloud environments (Required)
7 - 10 years Hands-on experience in network engineering, including design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-scale networks. (Required) Ability to troubleshoot technical Tier 2 and 3 escalation issues and identify solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Would also include up to 10% travel.
Skills
Data center, Hardware, Troubleshooting, Support, Cable, Rack and stack, juniper firewalls, cisco switches, cisco routers, Python, powershell scripting, DNS, DHCP, EVPN, Network engineering, Firewall, Ccna, Ccnp, Vpn
Top Skills Details
Data center,Hardware,Troubleshooting,Support,Cable,Rack and stack,juniper firewalls,cisco switches,cisco routers,Python,powershell scripting,DNS,DHCP,EVPN
Additional Skills & Qualifications
NA
Experience Level
Expert Level
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 Jackson,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 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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