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Job Title: Network Engineer Consultant

Schedule: Hybrid (Onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays)

About the Role

TEKsystems is seeking a Network Engineer Consultant to support our client’s Reliability Services team. This role is critical to maintaining and evolving the network infrastructure that supports the operations of TEKsystems’ client across New England. You’ll be involved in both day-to-day operational support and strategic capital projects, with a strong focus on transitioning to Palo Alto technologies.

This hybrid role is based in Holyoke, MA, with occasional access to Windsor, CT.

Key Responsibilities

+ Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure supporting the Bulk Electric System using Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.

+ Provide Tier 2–3 support for routing, switching, and firewall systems.

+ Configure and manage Cisco Catalyst, Nexus switches, ASA, and Firepower platforms.

+ Deploy and manage Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama, including:

+ App-ID, User-ID

+ SSL decryption

+ Threat prevention

+ URL filtering

+ Manage VPN solutions (Cisco and Palo Alto) and high availability configurations (HSRP, DMVPN, SD-WAN).

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement ACLs and ensure secure network access.

+ Support patching, software upgrades, and DWDM appliances (Cisco NCS).

+ Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation every 3 weeks (Saturday to Sunday), following an onboarding period.

+ Ensure compliance with NERC CIP standards and maintain a secure network environment.

+ Utilize Ansible and Python for network automation (preferred).

+ Assist with CUCM onboarding and support.

+ Contribute to capital projects including technical refreshes and system/database upgrades.

Required Qualifications

+ 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering with Cisco and Palo Alto technologies.

+ Strong knowledge of routing and switching protocols (OSPF, BGP).

+ Proficiency with Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, ASA, and Firepower platforms.

+ Expertise in Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama.

+ Familiarity with HSRP, DMVPN, SD-WAN (Cisco Viptela), and MPLS.

+ Experience with SNMP and infrastructure monitoring tools.

+ Strong communication and collaboration skills.

+ Comfortable working in a hybrid environment (Holyoke/Windsor).

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience with VMware or similar virtualization platforms.

+ Familiarity with Gigamon tools.

+ Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, PCNSE, or equivalent.

+ Experience with CUCM and voice networking.

Top Skills

+ Network Engineering

+ Cisco Routing & Switching

+ Palo Alto Firewalls & Panorama

+ VPN & SD-WAN Technologies

+ Network Security & NERC CIP Compliance

+ Automation (Ansible, Python)

If you're a seasoned network engineer ready to make a critical impact in a high-availability, security-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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 hybrid position in HOLYOKE,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.

h4>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.