Network Engineer

DescriptionYETI is looking for a Network Engineer to support their IT infrastructure and corporate expansion based on the tremendous growth they're experiencing. This involves scalability, performance and security concerns. The Network Engineer plans, designs, and evaluates new and existing computer network systems and services, including local area networks, wide area networks, intranets, and the Internet, providing analytical, technical, and administrative support. They are a part of a small team (3 total including them), and will need to be able to self manage often. They will be responsible for a diverse range of tasks and need to be the type of person that is always looking for the next thing they can do to help the team.Candidates need to have experience managing, deploying, and troubleshooting Cisco devices. They heavily use Cisco Catalyst and Cisco Meraki, so candidates either need experience with these tools or similar Cisco devices that will allow them to get up to speed quickly. They also need to have experience managing and configuring Palo Alto Firewalls or similar devices. YETI is a heavy Azure shop with a little bit of GCP in the mix. Candidates must have experience working with Microsoft Azure. They should be comfortable setting up VNets, Subnets, integrating with other platforms like Palo Alto, troubleshooting Azure networks, and have an overall comfortability with the platform itself. They will also be working with cross functional teams and need to be able to effectively communicate with vendors and executives.It is not uncommon for this person to have to assist with escalations from other support teams, so they should be comfortable handling tasks that may be done by another team at a larger organization. This could include getting up on a ladder and changing out WAP's, it could include cabling, rack and stack, etc. This person will be the boots on the ground in the HQ and is responsible for maintaining connectivity and troubleshooting any outages that may occur.Previous Engineers in this role have needed to get up to speed on a lot of the technology that they use, and have required extensive coaching to be effective in the role. They need someone that wont require much hand holding and who can hit the ground running as the two leads on the team are often double booked. YETI also looks for candidates that want to go above and beyond and value an ownership mentality. Candidates should be excited about the opportunity to make an impact to the overall business and regularly looking for areas they can act as a SME, own something, or make overall improvements. There is always work to be done, so nobody should ever find themselves bored in this role. There is always someone that can be helped or something that can be learned to better master the environment.Responsibilities:Evaluate and assess "current state" of LAN/WAN environment and propose roadmap to handle future growthIdentify and implement networking 'best practices' to ensure optimal network performance, availability and scalabilityConfigure and troubleshoot existing network devices including Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco Meraki, Cisco Catalyst, VPN, and MPLS (Level 3)Assess current network security posture and implement hardening solutions including firewalls, IDS/IPS, Identity and Access management.Implements, maintains and troubleshoots the LAN/WAN Infrastructure including; physical cabling, switches, routers, firewalls, and Wi-Fi systemsDeploys and supports new software releases, system upgrades, and patches for the network infrastructure environmentMaintain knowledge of vendor products (Cisco, Meraki, Aruba, Palo Alto) and solutions that can enable the Network Engineering team to diagnose complex issues, build redundancy and resiliency along with assisting them with planning for the future capacity and technology growth of the networkDevelops and maintains technical procedure documentation and network infrastructure diagrams and reviews projects / systems designs and plans for compliance with standardsProactively work to reduce costs and improve productivity (continuous improvement) for Network Engineering and Support platformsPerform troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts often involving outside vendors and other support personnel and/or organizationsEnsure the network architecture addresses high availability and performance of mission critical platforms and network resources with the guidance of Sr. Network EngineersIdentify opportunities and for improvement in efficiency and responsiveness. Make recommendations and champion implementations that gain efficiencies and improve effectiveness.Understand the needs of various business functions and end users, and the priorities of information security and management and define solutions to support theseAssists as needed with any IT related projects as determined by IT ManagementRespond to off-hour alerts, calls, e-mails or notifications to ensure operational efficiency and uptimeDesign, implement and maintain a US based retail and global network infrastructureMonitor and administer carrier diverse circuits utilizing BGP for fault toleranceQualifications and Attributes:At least 4 years of experience specifically maintaining enterprise LAN/WAN infrastructure Wireless, Firewalls, Routers Switches, ControllersAt least 2 years of experience of Networking technologies including SD-WAN, MPLS, VRF, DMVPN, multicast, load balancing, switching and routing technologiesKnowledge and experience of Network security constructs and capabilities including Layer 3 and Layer 7 firewalls, IPS, VPN, and ProxyKnowledge and experience of hosting technologies including: Hyper-converged infrastructure, Converged Infrastructure, VMware virtualization, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), and Windows Server OSKnowledge and experience with supporting infrastructure service technologies including Active Directory, AzureAD, DNS, DHCP, NTP, file and printing servicesExperience with developing scripts to automate infrastructure deployment and metrics collectionExperience with various tools such as Protocol Analyzer, SNMP, Netflow, IPAM, RADIUS, Insight IDR/Splunk, and load/stress testingExpertise in Azure or other cloud providing technologiesDirect experience with Palo Alto, Aruba, and Meraki is a plusExperience documenting network knowledge base and operational runbooksExperience deploying SD-WAN infrastructure is a plusKnowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocolsAbility to create accurate network diagrams and documentation for design and planning network communication systemsProvides specific detailed information for hardware and software selectionAbility to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology and products using documentation and internet resourcesAbility to think through problems and visualize solutionsTeam player with the ability to work with all levels of staff within/outside of IT and outside the organizationA self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team environmentGood analytical and problem-solving skillsSkillsNetwork engineering, Firewall, Router, Cisco routers, Cisco switches, Paloalto, Troubleshooting, cloud networking, Azure, meraki, google cloud platform, network securityTop Skills DetailsNetwork engineering,Firewall,Router,Cisco routers,Cisco switches,Paloalto,Troubleshooting,cloud networking,Azure,merakiAdditional Skills & QualificationsExposure to GCP could eventually be a nice to have.Experience LevelIntermediate LevelJob Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Austin, TX.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2026.About TEKsystemsWe'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 Were 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. Were 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. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were 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.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.Job SummaryJob number: JP-006336651Profession: Network Engineer