Network Engineer - TEKsystems

TEKsystems has a client that is looking for a self-motivated IT Engineer to provide critical wired and wireless network support to both enterprise and OT networks. The ideal team member will enjoy working both independently and in teams of brilliant people from across our organization to ensure IT assets are delivering the reliability, performance, and value necessary to support a fast growth business.

Responsibilities:

- Provide onsite and remote network administration and support in a 24x7 manufacturing operation for both IT and OT systems

- Ensure continuous operation through proactive planning, maintenance and monitoring of critical IT networks and supporting systems across multiple sites

- Design, setup, troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to Cisco and Meraki wireless, switching, and routing

- Provide technical support for network security platforms including Cisco ISE and Secure Network Analytics

- Effectively communicate and coordinate IT activities and issue resolution with key stakeholders

- Provide expertise and guidance on technical designs and project planning

- Ensure implementation of IT security best practices to identify and close vulnerabilities

- Administer, maintain, and optimize network infrastructure comprised of Cisco Catalyst 9000 and IE3000 series switches, wireless controllers, and access points with DNA Center and Cisco ISE.

- Create and maintain detailed systems documentation, backup and recovery procedures, and other standard IT processes

- Participate in multiple business projects and provide technical expertise and support as needed

- Ensure established IT processes are adhered to and KPI’s are accurately tracked and reported

- Evaluate and make expert recommendations for improvements to IT platforms, architecture, and capabilities to ensure appropriate service levels, performance, and cost of ownership

- Layer 2 & 3 routing and switching.

- No dynamic routing protocols in DC. Need OSPF experience. Currently don’t have a WAN in place. 70% is going to be layer 2 on network side. Signed agreement with Cisco, so have ISE and DNA Center coming in.

- No structure or process in place.

- 3rd party doing helpdesk as a service. Two more open roles for in house Helpdesk staff.

- Has an IT Architect handling compute and storage.

Skills

Cisco routers/switches, Meraki, Secure Network Analytics, LAN/WAN, CCNP, Cisco DNAC, Cisco ISE

- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field or equivalent work experience.

- 3+ years of experience designing, implementing, securing, and troubleshooting Cisco wired and wireless multi-site networks.

- 3+ years of experience and proficiency with IP networking design and operational concepts including subnetting, tunneling, and QoS using LAN and WAN connectivity media

- 3+ years of experience and proficiency with Cisco IOS and Cisco hardware including routers, switches, and wireless LAN controllers. Must be comfortable with operation and configuration using the CLI

- Experienced with configuring and troubleshooting L2 technologies including RSTP/MST, 802.1Q, 802.1X, LACP/Etherchannel

- Demonstrate professional behavior when communicating and working with members, vendors and/or customers. Promotes effective communication and interaction among departments. Clearly and concisely expresses professional opinions with supporting rationale.

- Ability to train and mentor junior level administrators in technical complexities of assigned work, recommend changes in procedures, and operate with substantial latitude for non-reviewed actions and decisions

- Must possess the ability to develop project plans and coordinate projects

- Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment

- CCNP preferred

- Hands-on experience installing, configuring, and managing Cisco DNAC and/or ISE a plus.

- Experience or familiarity with the following a plus: Azure Cloud Architecture, Palo Alto Firewalls, Microsoft Azure AD/DHCP/DNS, Nutanix

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00

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 Coopersville,MI.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 27, 2024.

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.