Network Administrator

Description
The client is seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment across multiple U.S. facilities. This role blends advanced Tier 2 and Tier 3 responsibilities, including firewall administration, wireless design, routing/switching, and hands-on support for plant operations. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, a proactive problem solver, and a dependable team player with an "I got it" mentality.
This position requires hybrid on-site presence in Murfreesboro and Smyrna, TN, with periodic travel to additional plant locations.
Skills
Firewall, Router, Cisco routers, Troubleshooting, Switches, Wireless, Network engineering, Ccna, Paloalto
Top Skills' Details
1.Firewall & Security
-Perform firewall administration, rule creation, and monitoring
-Maintain strong operational uptime ("keep the lights on")
-Support governance activities as needed
-Palo Alto experience is a plus
2.Wireless Networking
-Configure and manage Meraki wireless across multiple plants
-Support one Cisco WLC-based plant
-Build wireless templates and profiles
-Conduct wireless site surveys using newly acquired survey tools
-Troubleshoot and optimize wireless performance
3.Routing & Switching
-Support Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching
-Configure and troubleshoot OSPF
-Work with traditional Cisco environments transitioning to Meraki
4.Operational Support
-Provide advanced Tier 2 support and assist Tier 1 teams when needed
-Cover for technicians during PTO (3-4 weeks per year)
-Work from a ticketing system and respond to issues via Teams chat
-Participate in the escalation chain for critical outages
Support weekend outage windows and occasional off-shift work
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Cisco Meraki experience a plus Customer service skills, team player, able to work in a fast pace environment CCNA is not required but nice.
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Murfreesboro, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $48.00/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 Murfreesboro,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2026.
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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.