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Job Description

The TEKsystems Team supports the United States Navy in their goal of providing reliable and secure information services to their shore-based networks. TEKsystems has an opening for Communications Network Engineer, Mid to support the NGEN Team, in providing IT Services.

Job Responsibilities:

- Knowledgeable engineer in the field of Ethernet and IP data engineering with 4 plus years’ experience as a Network Technician.

- Position requires a high level of project coordination skills to manage the execution of maintenance activities and network outages.

- Fundamental understanding of the OSI Model is required.

- Experience must include operational support, and configuration of network devices such as servers, routers, switches, associated software tools, and cabling in a large LAN/MAN/BAN/WAN environment.

- Knowledge of network protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP is a Plus.

- Knowledge and experience working with wireless technologies, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), and WAN Accelerators and associated technologies is highly desirable.

- You will be part of a Team of Network Technicians and Engineers.

Overview of Duties:

- Handled outage and maintenance tickets servicing more than 20000 users across more than 12 sites since March 2016 through onsite and remote troubleshooting assistance for layer 1 – 3 issues, hardware installations of new and upgraded routers, switches, McAfee intrusion prevention systems, Aruba wireless controllers, Riverbed Steelhead WANX’s, device configurations and reconfigurations, and LAN/WAN outage recovery.

- Troubleshooting outages and resolve network related issues.

- Local element for COMSEC – given briefings on troubleshooting TACLANES, Trained to re-key the TACLANES.

- Install and upgrade network devices and components. This includes switches, routers, and network monitoring devices.

- Expected to understand, implement, and follow processes in accordance with current policies and procedures. Performed escalation and additional tasks as directed.

- Investigated, resolved, documented, and reported the cause and corrective actions in the Incident Management System for all incidents assigned by the Service Desk

Skills

Cisco switches, cisco routers, cisco ios, Wan, Router, Network engineering, BGP, Switches, Lan, Routing

Top Skills Details

cisco switches, cisco routers, cisco ios, Wan, Router, Network engineering

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable engineer in the field of Ethernet and IP data engineering with 4 plus years’ experience as a Network Technician

• Position requires a high level of project coordination skills to manage the execution of maintenance activities and network outages

• Experience must include operational support, and configuration of network devices such as servers, routers, switches, associated software tools, and cabling in a large LAN/MAN/BAN/WAN environment

• Secret Security Clearance is required (will upgrade to Top Secret)

• The ideal candidate will have a passion for excellence and continual improvement, combined with an entrepreneurial spirit, strong written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, innovative thinking in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

• Strong customer service and communication is necessary to ensure customer satisfaction and network reliability

• Other evidence of intellectual, technical, business accomplishments, and related technology leadership experiences will be considered

• Cisco CCNA and Security+ required

Additional Skills:

- The ideal candidate will have a passion for excellence and continual improvement, combined with an entrepreneurial spirit, strong written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, innovative thinking in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

- Strong customer service and communication is necessary to ensure customer satisfaction and network reliability

- Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in severs and Cisco devices

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Indian Head, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/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 fully onsite position in Indian Head,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 29, 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.