Overview
On Site
USD 70.00 - 80.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
SSL
Virtual Private Network
High Availability
ACL
DWDM
Ansible
Python
Onboarding
Database
OSPF
Border Gateway Protocol
Nexus
ASA
Management
HSRP
DMVPN
SD
MPLS
Communication
SNMP
VMware
Virtualization
Computer Science
Network Engineering
Routers
WAN
Network Design
Recruiting
Network
RFQ
ISO 9000
FOCUS
Cisco
Palo Alto
Tier 2
NERC
Regulatory Compliance
Routing
Switches
Firewall
Cisco Certifications
Taxes
Life Insurance
Mergers and Acquisitions
Collaboration
Partnership
Business Transformation
Law
Job Details
Description
Job Title: Senior Network Engineer Consultant
RFQ No.: 25-18
Location: Hybrid - Holyoke, MA preferred initially; access to Windsor, CT as needed
Schedule: Hybrid (Tuesdays and Wednesdays onsite)
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer Consultant to support the Reliability Services team. This role is critical to maintaining and evolving the network infrastructure that supports ISO operations, with a strong focus on transitioning to Palo Alto technologies. The position involves a mix of operational support and capital project work, including technical refreshes, onboarding new systems, and implementing security and network enhancements.
Primary Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure for the Bulk Electric System of New England using Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.
Provide Tier 2-3 level support for routing, switching, and firewall systems.
Configure and manage Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switches, ASA and Firepower routers.
Implement and manage Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama, including App-ID, User-ID, SSL decryption, threat prevention, and URL filtering.
Manage VPN solutions (Cisco and Palo Alto) and high availability configurations (HSRP, DMVPN, SD-WAN).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement ACL requests and ensure secure network access.
Support patching, software upgrades, and DWDM appliances (Cisco NCS).
Participate in an on-call rotation (every 3 weeks, 24/7 coverage from Saturday to Sunday) after an acclimation period.
Ensure compliance with NERC CIP standards and maintain a secure network environment.
Utilize Ansible and Python for automation (preferred).
Assist with CUCM onboarding and support.
Contribute to project work including technical refreshes and system/database updates.
Candidate Requirements:
Proficiency in Cisco routing and switching protocols (OSPF, BGP).
Experience with Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, ASA, and Firepower platforms.
Expertise in Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama management.
Familiarity with HSRP, DMVPN, SD-WAN (Cisco Viptela), and MPLS.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Experience with SNMP and infrastructure monitoring tools.
VMware experience or similar virtualization background.
Willingness to work a hybrid schedule from Holyoke or Windsor.
Relevant certifications preferred: CCNA, CCNP, PCNSE or equivalent.
Minimum Requirements / Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3-5+ years of experience in network engineering with Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.
Experience with Gigamon tools is a plus.
Skills
Network engineering, Firewall, Router, Cisco routers, Wan, Paloalto, Troubleshooting, Switches, Ccnp, Routing, Network architecture, NERC CIP
Top Skills Details
Network engineering,Firewall,Router,Cisco routers,Wan,Paloalto,Troubleshooting,Switches,Ccnp,Routing,Network architecture
Additional Skills & Qualifications
We're hiring a Senior Network Engineer Consultant (RFQ No. 25-18) to support ISO operations with a focus on Cisco and Palo Alto technologies. This hybrid role (Holyoke/Windsor) involves Tier 2-3 support, project work, and NERC CIP compliance. Key skills include routing, switching, firewalls, Panorama, and CUCM, with preferred certifications like CCNP or PCNSE.
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/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 Holyoke,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 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.
Job Title: Senior Network Engineer Consultant
RFQ No.: 25-18
Location: Hybrid - Holyoke, MA preferred initially; access to Windsor, CT as needed
Schedule: Hybrid (Tuesdays and Wednesdays onsite)
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer Consultant to support the Reliability Services team. This role is critical to maintaining and evolving the network infrastructure that supports ISO operations, with a strong focus on transitioning to Palo Alto technologies. The position involves a mix of operational support and capital project work, including technical refreshes, onboarding new systems, and implementing security and network enhancements.
Primary Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure for the Bulk Electric System of New England using Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.
Provide Tier 2-3 level support for routing, switching, and firewall systems.
Configure and manage Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switches, ASA and Firepower routers.
Implement and manage Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama, including App-ID, User-ID, SSL decryption, threat prevention, and URL filtering.
Manage VPN solutions (Cisco and Palo Alto) and high availability configurations (HSRP, DMVPN, SD-WAN).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement ACL requests and ensure secure network access.
Support patching, software upgrades, and DWDM appliances (Cisco NCS).
Participate in an on-call rotation (every 3 weeks, 24/7 coverage from Saturday to Sunday) after an acclimation period.
Ensure compliance with NERC CIP standards and maintain a secure network environment.
Utilize Ansible and Python for automation (preferred).
Assist with CUCM onboarding and support.
Contribute to project work including technical refreshes and system/database updates.
Candidate Requirements:
Proficiency in Cisco routing and switching protocols (OSPF, BGP).
Experience with Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, ASA, and Firepower platforms.
Expertise in Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama management.
Familiarity with HSRP, DMVPN, SD-WAN (Cisco Viptela), and MPLS.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Experience with SNMP and infrastructure monitoring tools.
VMware experience or similar virtualization background.
Willingness to work a hybrid schedule from Holyoke or Windsor.
Relevant certifications preferred: CCNA, CCNP, PCNSE or equivalent.
Minimum Requirements / Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3-5+ years of experience in network engineering with Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.
Experience with Gigamon tools is a plus.
Skills
Network engineering, Firewall, Router, Cisco routers, Wan, Paloalto, Troubleshooting, Switches, Ccnp, Routing, Network architecture, NERC CIP
Top Skills Details
Network engineering,Firewall,Router,Cisco routers,Wan,Paloalto,Troubleshooting,Switches,Ccnp,Routing,Network architecture
Additional Skills & Qualifications
We're hiring a Senior Network Engineer Consultant (RFQ No. 25-18) to support ISO operations with a focus on Cisco and Palo Alto technologies. This hybrid role (Holyoke/Windsor) involves Tier 2-3 support, project work, and NERC CIP compliance. Key skills include routing, switching, firewalls, Panorama, and CUCM, with preferred certifications like CCNP or PCNSE.
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/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 Holyoke,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 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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