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Network Engineer

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Bakersfield, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 1/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2026
Description

TEKsystems is looking to hire a Network Engineer for one of our clients in Bakersfield.

Key Skills:

Routing & switching experience

SD-WAN architecture or design (must have)

Cisco Meraki

Cisco Firepower proficiency (ideal)

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 5-8 years of experience in network engineering and administration.
  • Proven ability to design, implement, and manage large-scale enterprise networks.
  • Strong background in network security, including firewall configuration and intrusion detection.
  • Preferred certifications: CCNP, CCNA, CISSP, or similar.
  • Expertise in advanced networking protocols and security technologies.
  • Knowledge of disaster recovery strategies for network systems.
  • Familiarity with change management processes in network environments.
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing network projects and upgrades.
  • Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Drive the creation and execution of long-term network strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Partner with leadership to assess current and future network requirements and recommend improvements for scalability and efficiency.
  • Conduct performance, capacity, and security audits of the network infrastructure.
  • Stay informed on emerging networking technologies and evaluate their applicability within the organization.
  • Manage procurement, installation, and configuration of enterprise-grade networking equipment such as routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Lead major network upgrade and migration initiatives.
  • Ensure all deployments adhere to organizational standards for security, scalability, and performance.
  • Oversee testing and validation processes for new network solutions to confirm compliance and compatibility.
  • Monitor and optimize network performance across routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Implement and enforce security measures including IDS/IPS, VPNs, and firewall policies.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation-network diagrams, security protocols, and change logs.
  • Troubleshoot complex network issues and deliver advanced solutions for performance and security challenges.
  • Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans for network infrastructure.
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior team members.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bakersfield, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $55.00/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 Bakersfield,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.

>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.

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