Network Engineer

Network Engineer

Location: Fort Collins, CO

Duration: 6-12 month Contract-to-Hire

Schedule: Hybrid, minimum 3 days onsite per week

On-Call Participation: Required

Overview

We're seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support and enhance a large-scale enterprise network environment across corporate, manufacturing, and operational technology environments. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in network modernization initiatives while supporting critical business operations. If you enjoy solving complex network challenges, working with Cisco technologies, and influencing infrastructure improvements, this could be a great fit.

Top Skills

• Cisco Routing & Switching (Catalyst and Nexus)
• Cisco Firepower (FTD/FMC)
• Cisco ISE Administration
• LAN/WAN and SD-WAN Support
• Network Security
• Network Infrastructure Upgrades & Lifecycle Management

Key Responsibilities

• Support and maintain enterprise WAN, LAN, wireless, and network security infrastructure
• Monitor network performance, availability, and capacity
• Troubleshoot and resolve network incidents, outages, and performance issues
• Provide Level 2 support for network-related issues and requests
• Support Cisco routing, switching, wireless, and security technologies
• Participate in network upgrades, optimization projects, and modernization efforts
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, security, and service desk teams
• Maintain network documentation, standards, and diagrams
• Support disaster recovery, business continuity, and resiliency initiatives
• Participate in change management processes and ITIL best practices
• Support manufacturing and operational technology environments as needed
• Participate in an on-call rotation

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of enterprise network engineering experience
• Strong hands-on Cisco networking experience
• Experience supporting WAN, LAN, routing, switching, and wireless environments
• Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network security technologies
• Strong understanding of:
  • TCP/IP
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • VLANs
  • Network protocols
• Experience using network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent)
• Experience in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or other regulated environments
• Experience supporting Operational Technology (OT) networks
• Experience with network automation initiatives
• Familiarity with cloud networking and hybrid infrastructure
• Experience with ServiceNow or similar ITSM platforms

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential
• Ability to influence network architecture and modernization initiatives
• Exposure to both operational support and strategic infrastructure projects
• Opportunity to support business-critical manufacturing, R&D, and enterprise systems
• Collaborative team environment with strong visibility across the organization

Candidates must be eligible to work directly W2 for any US employer.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Collins, CO.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/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)

This is a hybrid position in Fort Collins,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 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.

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.