Description We are looking for a Network Engineer who can thrive in a challenging and rewarding environment in Kings Point, New York. Responsibilities: • The candidate will help design, implement, troubleshoot, analyze and maintain Academy networks. • Configures, tests, and maintains LAN/WAN/DMZ/Wireless networks and related services. Identifies, diagnoses, and resolves network problems. • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented networks, applications and appliances. • Working experience in government environment utilizing NIST and FISMA. Qualifications: • Must have a minimum of 7 years of related experience managing data networks, possessing extensive skills and knowledge in network design, architecture, troubleshooting, and management. • Must have experience with Cisco, Nexus switches, DHCP, DNS, VPN, MPLS, MTIPS, Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), routing, switching, cloud infrastructure, and Out-of-Band (OOB) networks and firewall management. • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field is required (additional professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree). • Hands on experience in a structured environment implementing and administrating network devices, setting and maintaining policies • Experience in configuring Cisco switches and routers • Design, plan, establish, and optimize wireless networks. • Experience in Aruba's architecture that includes Wireless and Network Access Control. • Nutanix Prism, Acropolis hypervisor management • Firewall and VPN configuration, management and analysis • Network access security tools experience • MS Server Active Directory and Group Policy Management • PowerShell scripting and implementation skills • Level 2 and Level 3 resolution in a Windows Server and Win 11 environment. • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including documentation • Excellent troubleshooting, root cause analysis and network optimization skills • Team player; willing and able to drive collaborative efforts across the organization to improve product quality, reduce expense, and increase productivity • Minimum one of the following certifications: CCNA or CCNP, ITIL v3 certification • Candidate must have the ability to obtain a public trust Skills Network engineering, Cisco routers, Cisco switches Top Skills Details Network engineering, Cisco routers, Cisco switches Additional Skills & Qualifications -Cisco certifications (preferred, but not required) Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kings Point, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $57.69/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 Kings Point,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 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.