Network Engineer
TEKsystems
- Location
- Hybrid (Greensboro, North Carolina)
- Compensation
- $35 - $65/hr
- Employment
- Contract
- Level
- Senior Level
About the Role
TEKsystems is a global leader in technology services, partnering with clients to drive transformation. This role involves engineering and designing network infrastructure for a large retail customer, focusing on critical areas like wireless, SD-WAN, and firewalls.
Skills
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Disability
- PTO
Full job details
Description
TEKsystems' Global Retail customer is looking for an experienced Network Engineer. They will need engineering (and some design) experience around Cisco Meraki Wireless, SD-WAN, and FortiGate Firewalls. They have roughly 90 retail stores and some of the immediate work will involve hands-on configuration of the Meraki wireless devices and shipping out to stores. From there, they will work with an onsite partner who does the physical rack and stack work. Other work will entail various improvements across their Meraki environment (both wireless and SD-WAN). Additionally, they will be modernizing and maintaining their FortiGate Firewall environment.
Network Engineer II
Position Summary
The Network Engineer II is responsible for independent execution, troubleshooting, and optimization of network infrastructure, supporting both operational stability and project delivery.
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Key Responsibilities
• Independently configure, deploy, and support network and security infrastructure
• Troubleshoot complex network issues across LAN, WAN, wireless, and VPN environments
• Implement network changes (routing, firewall policies, SD-WAN, wireless tuning)
• Lead site deployments (stores, warehouses, offices) including circuit turn-up and validation
• Analyze network performance and recommend improvements and optimizations
• Support security initiatives (segmentation, NAC, IPS tuning)
• Participate in DR testing and incident response, including root cause analysis
• Work directly with vendors and MSP to resolve escalated issues
• Maintain accurate documentation and configurations
• Provide guidance to Engineer I resources
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Skills & Qualifications
• 5–10 years of hands-on experience
• Strong working knowledge of:
o Routing (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)
o Switching (STP, VLANs)
o WAN (MPLS, SD-WAN, VPN)
• Experience with:
o Meraki and/or Cisco enterprise networking
o Fortinet firewalls and VPN
o Wireless design and tuning
o SolarWinds or similar monitoring tools
o Azure networking (VNETs, gateways, connectivity)
o CCNP (nice-to-have)
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Success Profile
• Works independently on most tasks
• Owns troubleshooting end-to-end
• Delivers projects and operational improvements
• Balances execution with problem-solving and optimization
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Greensboro, NC.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $35.00 - $65.00/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)
This is a hybrid position in Greensboro,NC.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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