What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cisco Network Engineer position at TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group?
Overview
We are seeking a Network Analyst to support a large-scale switch and wireless refresh project across North America. This role will focus heavily on Cisco switching and Aruba wireless, working closely with project managers, architects, and onsite rack/stack resources to technically drive switch refresh initiatives.
This is a long-term contract opportunity (6-12 months) with a strong likelihood of extension based on ongoing and future project work.
This role requires onsite work in the Energy Corridor (Houston, TX) an average of 1-3 days per week. This is not a fully remote role.
Key Responsibilities
Required (Must-Have) Skills
Core Technologies
Nice-to-Have Skills
Work Environment
Project & Business Context
Engagement Details
Why this role?
Important Note
Candidates must be local to Houston or willing to commute to the Energy Corridor multiple days per week.
Important Note
Candidates must be local to Houston or willing to commute to the Energy Corridor multiple days per week.
Fully remote/Relocation candidates will not be considered.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $63.00 - $72.00/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 hybrid position in Houston,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 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.
We are seeking a Network Analyst to support a large-scale switch and wireless refresh project across North America. This role will focus heavily on Cisco switching and Aruba wireless, working closely with project managers, architects, and onsite rack/stack resources to technically drive switch refresh initiatives.
This is a long-term contract opportunity (6-12 months) with a strong likelihood of extension based on ongoing and future project work.
This role requires onsite work in the Energy Corridor (Houston, TX) an average of 1-3 days per week. This is not a fully remote role.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead technical execution of switch and access point refresh projects
- Draft, review, and validate network designs based on published enterprise standards
- Stage, configure, and test Cisco switches prior to deployment
- Support Aruba wireless access point refreshes
- Partner closely with:
- Project Managers
- Network Architects
- Onsite rack/stack deployment resources
- Provide technical oversight during deployments, most of which occur on Saturdays and Sundays
- Analyze, evaluate, and recommend improvements to IT networks based on business and technical requirements
- Ensure smooth handoffs, documentation, and adherence to standards
Required (Must-Have) Skills
- Network engineering experience
- Strong hands-on experience with Cisco routers and switches
- Aruba Wireless (APs and infrastructure)
- Switch staging and configuration
- Network troubleshooting
- Ability to draft and review network designs
- CCNA or equivalent hands-on experience
Core Technologies
- Cisco Switches
- Aruba Wireless
- Routers
- Enterprise switching environments
Nice-to-Have Skills
- DNS
- Active Directory (AD)
- DHCP
- Voice and application support exposure
- Prior switch refresh project experience
Work Environment
- Hybrid schedule: Onsite 3 days per week (Monday-Wednesday) in the Energy Corridor
- Occasional additional onsite presence for switch staging based on project needs
- Weekend work (Sat/Sun) during refresh windows
- Team consists of 7 total members, including:
- Network Engineers
- Network Architect
- Project Managers
Project & Business Context
- Immediate need to alleviate bandwidth strain on the core network team
- Active 12-month switch refresh runway currently in place
- Opportunity to expand into additional network and infrastructure project types over time
Engagement Details
- Contract Length: 6-12 months (extension likely)
- Location: Energy Corridor - Houston, TX
- Onsite Requirement: Average 1-3 days per week onsite
- Travel: None beyond local office presence
Why this role?
- Long-term opportunity with a large enterprise organization in Central Houston
- Exposure to enterprise-scale network environments
- Collaboration with senior leadership and technical architects
- Cutting-edge technology initiatives and future project expansion
Important Note
Candidates must be local to Houston or willing to commute to the Energy Corridor multiple days per week.
- ? Fully remote candidates will not be considered.Long-term opportunity with a large enterprise organization in Central Houston
- Exposure to enterprise-scale network environments
- Collaboration with senior leadership and technical architects
- Cutting-edge technology initiatives and future project expansion
Important Note
Candidates must be local to Houston or willing to commute to the Energy Corridor multiple days per week.
Fully remote/Relocation candidates will not be considered.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $63.00 - $72.00/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 hybrid position in Houston,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 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.
Salary : $63 - $72