Cisco ISE Network Engineer

About the Role

TEKsystems is seeking a Network Engineer to join our team. This is a critical backfill position requiring a highly skilled professional with strong expertise in end-to-end networking, wireless technologies, and Cisco solutions. The ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent troubleshooting skills and experience working in on-prem environments.

• Design, implement, and maintain Cisco end-to-end network infrastructure including routing, switching, and wireless solutions.
• Configure and manage Cisco Wireless systems and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
• Administer and troubleshoot firewalls, with a strong focus on Palo Alto solutions.
• Perform on-premises troubleshooting and resolve complex network issues promptly.
• Collaborate with network architects and team members to ensure optimal network performance and security.
• Participate in lift-and-shift projects and network upgrades.

• Full-time, 5 days onsite.
• Majority of work is centered around Cisco technologies, with some exposure to Palo Alto (limited firewall responsibilities).
• Looking for someone who can be guided through processes and support large projects, including acquisitions.
• Not seeking a deep expert; some experience with the ability to learn quickly is ideal.

• Network engineering
• Firewall
• Router
• CCNP
• Paloalto
• Cisco switches
• Cisco routers

• Strong experience with Cisco ISE (required).
• Proficiency with Cisco switching and routing (essential-primary focus).
• Exposure to Palo Alto technologies (nice to have; no firewall-heavy work).
• Cisco wireless experience (nice to have).

• CCNA or CCNP.
• If CCNA only, hands‑on experience is required.

Mid – Sr. Level

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fredericksburg, VA.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $75.00/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 fully onsite position in Fredericksburg, VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 2, 2026.

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.