Network Design Engineer

Must have a secret security clearance.
Description
1) Support Government Leads with day-to-day engineering efforts across enterprise systems
2) Design, implement, and troubleshoot LAN, BAN, and WAN network environments
3) Provide technical leadership for integration and testing of large-scale, complex networks
4) Support network conversions, upgrades, and cutover activities
5) Deliver near real-time situational awareness across IT systems, events, incidents, and infrastructure
6) Enable NetOps visibility and control through network management systems and C2 capabilities
7) Support network operational control for mission-critical infrastructure and services
8) Perform system integration, server installation, and hardware/software configuration
9) Develop and maintain Active Directory (AD) and LDAP integrations
10) Support PKI integration and two-factor authentication solutions
11) Perform system backups, disaster recovery, and security patching per government standards
12) Troubleshoot networks using packet inspection and monitoring tools
13) Design and maintain system dashboards and monitoring platforms
14) Support application networking protocols, routing, and information assurance initiatives
15) Work with centralized management systems across multi-vendor environments
Skills
Design, Network engineering, Network design, Router, Firewall, ccnp, Wan, BGP, OSPF, eigrp, Cisco switches, Paloalto, Troubleshooting, Juniper, netscout, performance management, redhat enterprise linux
Top Skills Details
Design,Network engineering,Network design,Router,Firewall,ccnp,Wan,BGP,OSPF,eigrp
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, MIS, Business, or related field
10+ years of general IT experience
Strong background in enterprise network design and engineering
Experience with network performance monitoring and configuration
Strong understanding of routing, LAN/WAN, and network protocols
Experience integrating and managing Active Directory (AD) environments
Experience with PKI and secure authentication frameworks
Familiarity with disaster recovery and backup processes
Experience with network troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, Sniffer, etc.)
ITIL v3 Foundation Certification
DoD 8570 IAT Level III certification
Nice to Have:
Experience with NetScout platforms (nGenius, Infinistream, etc.)
Experience with multi-vendor tools (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, Brocade)
RedHat Enterprise Linux administration
HP Operations Manager (OMi), NNMi, and related automation tools
Experience with Network Access Control / Comply-to-Connect
Familiarity with DoD environments and infrastructure
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA.
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 fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

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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.

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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.

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