Network Engineer

TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Network Engineer for its Doolie, Iredell County (US) office. This full‑time role offers a competitive salary of $134,748 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing and switching solutions.
• Perform escalated troubleshooting for complex network issues.
• Administer Cisco Nexus switches (NxOS) across a 2k‑9k device environment, creating custom configurations.
• Implement and manage OSPF, BGP, LAN/WAN protocols.
• Develop automation scripts using Python or Ansible to streamline network operations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure network reliability and performance.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of routing and switching experience (CCNA‑level knowledge required).
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco Nexus (NxOS) platforms.
• Strong understanding of OSPF, BGP, and LAN/WAN technologies.
• Proficiency in Python or Ansible for network automation.
• Active Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Additional Cisco certifications (CCNP, CCIE).
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark).
• Knowledge of SD‑WAN or cloud networking concepts.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Professional development and certification reimbursement.
• Flexible work arrangements and generous paid time off.

Frequently Asked Questions

What experience is required for the Network Engineer role?

At least 5 years of routing and switching experience, Cisco Nexus (NxOS) knowledge, and an active CCNA certification.

Will I be working on network automation?

Yes, the role involves creating automation scripts using Python or Ansible to improve network efficiency.

What benefits does TEKsystems offer?

TEKsystems provides health, dental, vision coverage, retirement plans, certification reimbursement, flexible work options, and paid time off.