IT Network & Event Specialist

Job Title: IT Network & Event Specialist

Location: Hybrid - 2 days/week onsite in Midtown Manhattan (near Carnegie Hall) with occasional required On-Site Weekend Work
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (12 months with potential conversion Full Time Salary at $90-93K/year)

About the Role

TEKsystems is seeking a proactive and technically skilled IT Network & Event Specialist to support one of our premier clients in New York City. This hybrid role blends hands-on IT infrastructure support with project management responsibilities for high-profile events. You'll work closely with internal teams, vendors, and service providers to ensure seamless IT operations across office locations and marquee events.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, configure, and deploy IT infrastructure for events (e.g., DHCP servers, Wi-Fi routers, cellular routers).
• Conduct on-site surveys and coordinate with wireless providers (T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T) to ensure optimal network performance.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Provide on-site technical support during events, including troubleshooting and real-time issue resolution.
• Manage vendor relationships, including evaluation, negotiation, and coordination for equipment and services.
• Support fixed wireless Point-to-Point solutions and enterprise-grade networking tools (e.g., Cisco Meraki, Fortinet, Cradlepoint).
• Maintain documentation including network diagrams, configuration settings, and post-event reports.
• Provide desktop and network support at three office locations as needed.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of IT support experience, with a focus on event technology and infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience configuring and managing DHCP servers, Wi-Fi routers, and Fortinet or similar firewalls.
• Project management experience, including vendor coordination and resource planning.
• Live streaming troubleshooting: Ability to quickly diagnose bandwidth drops or app-related issues under time pressure (e.g., identifying network congestion, isolating devices, switching to backup connections).
• Application vs. ISP troubleshooting: Skilled in isolating performance issues using static IPs and Fortinet router diagnostics.
• Network configuration ownership: Direct experience configuring switches and firewalls (not just overseeing or delegating).
• Streaming app diagnostics: Familiarity with debugging app-level issues (e.g., checking encoder settings, stream keys, platform compatibility).
• Experience with Cisco Meraki, Fortinet, Cradlepoint, and fixed wireless Point-to-Point solutions is a plus.
• Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Why Join?

• Mentorship & Growth: Work under the guidance of a seasoned Network Director with hands-on training.
• Work-Life Balance: 24 company holidays, including a full week off around July 4th and Christmas.
• Tech Exposure: Gain experience with enterprise-level technologies and high-visibility events.
• Culture: Collaborative, supportive, and mission-driven environment.

Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/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 New York,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 2025.

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.