Cloud Network Engineer

TEKsystems is seeking a Mid‑Level Cloud Security Engineer for its Anchorage Alaska-based client.

This is a mid‑level Cloud Network Engineer role supporting enterprise data center, campus LAN, internet edge, and office networks. The engineer will work closely with Cloud Network Engineers, Cloud Systems Engineers, and Dev Ops teams to design, deploy, and maintain hybrid cloud and Software‑Defined Data Center (SDDC) platforms. The role emphasizes hands‑on Cisco routing and switching (including patching), Palo Alto firewall rule configuration, and Aruba Clear Pass Network Access Control.

Required

Technical Skills

• Expertise in Cisco routing & switching, including patching
• Palo Alto firewall experience, specifically firewall rule and policy configuration
• Aruba Clear Pass Network Access Control (NAC)
• Strong understanding of routing, switching, and firewall technologies
• Experience supporting data center and campus LAN environments
• Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools

Core Responsibilities Network Design & Engineering (≈40%)

• Define, design, and implement physical and virtual network infrastructure using standard engineering principles of availability, efficiency, redundancy, scalability, and security
• Engineer and support high‑availability data center and campus LAN environments
• Participate in audits, IP address management, bandwidth forecasting, and capacity planning

Network Operations & Security (≈35%)

• Configure and support Cisco routers and switches (including patching and upgrades)
• Configure Palo Alto firewalls (rule creation, policy management)
• Configure Aruba Clear Pass for network access control
• Configure firewalls, load balancers, routers, and switches across physical, virtual, and software‑defined environments
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot outages, and manage escalations
• Provide remote support for off‑site personnel and branch locations

Collaboration & Delivery (≈25%)

• Coordinate with project management and engineering teams
• Support automation efforts for repeatable network tasks and CI/CD‑style delivery
• Build and maintain tools for deployment and testing in stable production environments
• Produce operational reports and project milestone updates
• Develop and maintain technical documentation

Preferred / Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Cloud networking experience (hybrid or public cloud)
• VMware NSX‑T
• Dev Ops or infrastructure automation exposure
• CCNA or higher certification

Level & Expectations

• Mid‑level engineering role with ownership of assigned deliverables
• Capable of acting as a project engineer on small initiatives
• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities on time and within budget

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Anchorage, AK.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $58.00/hr.

Benefits may include (subject to eligibility and plan terms):

• 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 Anchorage, AK.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

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 other 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.
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.#J-18808-Ljbffr