Network Engineer

TEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, dedicated to accelerating business transformation for clients globally. With a workforce of 80,000 professionals, TEKsystems partners with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500 companies, spanning North America, Europe, and Asia. The company specializes in full-stack technology services, talent acquisition, and real-world application of innovative solutions across various industries. TEKsystems emphasizes strategic thinking, hands-on collaboration, and delivering impactful business outcomes while fostering inclusive, diverse work environments. As part of Allegis Group, TEKsystems is committed to equal opportunity employment and ensuring a fair, respectful hiring process for all candidates.

The Network Engineer role is a contract position based in Austin, TX, offering an hourly pay rate between $45.00 and $55.00. This position is crucial for supporting clients' IT infrastructures amid significant corporate growth, with a focus on scalability, performance, and security. This role involves planning, designing, and evaluating new and existing computer network systems, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), intranets, and the Internet, while providing analytical, technical, and administrative support.

The ideal candidate will be self-managing within a small team, demonstrating a proactive approach by continuously seeking new ways to contribute. Expertise in managing, deploying, and troubleshooting Cisco devices, particularly Cisco Catalyst and Cisco Meraki, is essential. Additionally, experience with Palo Alto Firewalls or similar firewall technology is required, as well as strong skills in Microsoft Azure cloud networking. Responsibilities include setting up VNets and subnets, integrating firewall solutions with Azure, troubleshooting network issues, and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams, vendors, and executives.

This fully onsite position requires excellent communication skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work independently to meet organizational goals. The role also offers a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, critical illness, accident, and hospital plans, a 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance options, disability coverage, health spending accounts, transportation benefits, employee assistance programs, and paid time off. The application deadline for this role is July 24, 2026, making it an excellent opportunity for qualified candidates to join a transformative and dynamic technology services company.