Network Engineer

TEKsystems Global Services, LLC; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider is seeking a Network Engineer in San Diego, CA. This position entails building and maintaining cloud and network connections, requiring expertise in cloud solutions and various networking technologies. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and experience with AWS, Azure, and Cisco environments. The role offers a contract-to-hire with a competitive pay range of $55.00 – $75.00 per hour and provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Qualifications

• Experience managing Public Cloud Accounts (AWS VPCs / Azure Tenants).
• Working knowledge of WAN technologies like MPLS and SDWAN.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills to assist in root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain cloud and network connections.
• Fix problems quickly when things break.
• Automate repetitive tasks.
• Keep systems secure and running smoothly.
• Collaborate with Project Managers on project tasks.

Skills

AWS

Azure

WAN

Cisco networking

automation

Good communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or technical institute degree/certificate

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Python

PowerShell

JSON

YAML

Job description

Overview

Seeking a Network Engineer for our client’s Infrastructure and Operations organization. This Engineer will possess technical expertise and engineering skills that allow them to grow into a leading subject matter expert, as well as enabling Cloud-based solutions. The role requires working in a fast‑paced, start‑up‑like environment, assisting in identifying requirements and facilitating implementation while following appropriate change control and release processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain cloud and network connections.
• Fix problems quickly when things break.
• Automate repetitive tasks.
• Keep systems secure and running smoothly.
• Promote hands‑on, white‑glove customer service experience supporting all environments.
• Design and implement network solutions.
• Maintain on‑prem and cloud‑based computer networks through troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving problems.
• Collaborate with Project Managers around project tasks.
• Assist with coordinating changes across multiple systems.
• Follow and contribute to policies, procedures, and standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or technical institute degree/certificate or equivalent work experience.
• Experience managing Public Cloud Accounts (AWS VPCs / Azure Tenants) and cloud connectivity through a direct cloud exchange provider such as Equinix or Digital Realty.
• Working knowledge and expertise with WAN technologies such as MPLS, E‑line/Waves, SDWAN, and DIA circuits.
• Able to perform packet captures and decipher the data for root cause analysis.
• Firm understanding of Cisco switching and routing, primarily the Nexus series.
• Experience with scripting (Python, PowerShell, JSON, YAML, etc.).
• Experience with automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, etc.).
• Advanced troubleshooting skills to assist teams in isolating the root cause of incidents and issues.
• Understanding of application and enterprise‑based load balancers.
• Understanding of service mesh technology.
• Understanding of firewall rule management.
• Understanding of network security best practices.
• Understanding of Linux and/or Windows environments.
• Understanding of VMware environments.
• Able to work independently and progress in a proactive fashion.
• Agile / Scrum experience a plus.

Skills

• AWS, Azure, WAN, Cisco networking, automation.
• Good communication skills.

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA. Hybrid location.

Pay And Benefits

Pay range: $55.00 – $75.00/hr.

• 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.