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Sr. Network Engineer

TEKsystems
$65.00 - $75.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Arkansas, Lowell
Jun 20, 2026
Description Job Summary Under general supervision, this position is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing enterprise Core, Wide Area (WAN), and Cloud network infrastructure. This role serves as a senior technical resource, providing guidance and mentorship to junior engineers while leading complex network engineering initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong automation skills, and experience building scalable, secure, and high-performing network environments. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and manage Core, WAN, and Cloud network architectures, ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability Lead the installation, configuration, and maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure across on-prem and cloud environments Provide advanced troubleshooting support (Layer 1-7) and mentor junior engineers in resolving complex network issues Research, evaluate, and recommend network technologies, vendors, and solutions aligned with business objectives Implement and maintain network automation frameworks using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Python, or similar Integrate Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation into CI/CD pipelines and version-controlled environments (Git) Monitor network health, performance, and capacity using enterprise tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Datadog, Splunk, Prometheus) Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, standards, and operational procedures Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Security, Infrastructure, Applications) to deliver secure and reliable network solutions Support and enhance network security posture, including firewalls, segmentation, and access controls Lead network projects end-to-end, from design through deployment and post-implementation support Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, continuously improving network performance and cost efficiency Skills Network engineering, Firewall, Router, Switches, Troubleshooting, Wan, lan, ansible, terraform Top Skills Details Network engineering,Firewall,Router,Switches,Troubleshooting Additional Skills & Qualifications Technical Qualifications Strong experience with enterprise networking technologies, including: Routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP Switching: VLANs, STP, VXLAN Firewalls and security platforms (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA) Load balancing solutions (e.g., F5, NGINX, HAProxy) Experience designing and managing cloud networking environments in: AWS (VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect) Microsoft Azure (Virtual Networks, ExpressRoute) Familiarity with SD-WAN architectures and large-scale distributed networks Experience with network monitoring, configuration management, and automation systems Strong scripting and automation skills (Python, Shell scripting) Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) 7+ years of experience in Network Engineering Demonstrated experience implementing network automation and infrastructure as code Experience supporting large-scale enterprise or distributed network environments Background in logistics, transportation, or high-availability environments (preferred) Additional Expectations Ability to lead initiatives and influence technical decisions across teams Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders Participation in an on-call rotation supporting a 24/7 production network environment Experience Level Expert Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lowell, AR. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Lowell,AR. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 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.