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Telecom Network Engineer

TEKsystems
$50.00 - $60.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Texas, Plano
Nov 27, 2025
Telecom Network Engineer Plano, TX Hybrid (4 Days Per Week On-Site) Responsible for being the escalation point-of-contact for all high level break/fix and maintenance issues or events. Provides subject matter expertise in SDWAN MPLS Cloud and Security and works closely with the network engineering teams supporting the global network. Performs a variety of highly complex analytical duties in the planning development testing and evaluation of Comcast's network. Responds to escalations and resolves issues that arise from hardware and software failures. Manages network tuning performance and designs strategies and makes recommendations to improve network performance. * Responsibilities:* - Hands-on IP router/switch/firewall/SDWAN customer premises equipment - Design configure and deploy LAN and WAN network connections hardware software and communication links and services. - Optimize the network and systems services and troubleshoot any network performance issues. - Responsible for the service provision and monitoring of the network infrastructure to company standards. - Works directly with customers to troubleshoot and resolve network issues - Is a technical point of contact for other internal engineers * Required Skills: * - Hands-on experience with Fortinet SD-WAN solutions along with exposure to Cisco and Nokia routing platforms. - Strong understanding of networking design principles routing and their practical applications. - High level of experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking protocols - Experience with Fortinet firewalls FG 60F/80F/100F/400F/1800F and the Fortinet family of applications. - Relevant certifications e.g. Fortinet NSE levels CCNA CCNP Skills fortinet, network engineering, firewall, router, ccna Top Skills Details fortinet,network engineering,firewall,router,ccna Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Plano, TX. Pay and Benefits 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) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Plano,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 2025. h4>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.