Job Description

Network Implementation Engineer

Location: Annapolis, MD

Work Arrangement: On-site

Security Clearance: None Required

Work Authorization Requirements

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

The client does not provide employment sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must meet all applicable employment, program, and access requirements.

Position Overview

A leading global aerospace and aviation technology organization is seeking an experienced Network Implementation Engineer to join its growing network implementation team.

The organization operates a secure private global network supporting critical aviation, transportation, and other essential industries worldwide. This individual will be responsible for implementing and supporting complex network solutions across a large-scale global WAN environment.

This is a senior-level, hands-on networking position focused on designing, configuring, implementing, troubleshooting, and optimizing network infrastructure. The ideal candidate has strong Cisco routing and switching experience, deep knowledge of BGP, and a proven track record supporting production WAN environments.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead network implementation projects from initial design through activation, cutover, and ongoing support
• Configure and optimize Cisco routers and switches in production WAN environments
• Build router configurations using standardized templates
• Design, configure, and troubleshoot BGP routing
• Work directly with customers and field technicians to coordinate WAN circuit activations
• Develop detailed network cutover plans and execute production cutovers
• Troubleshoot complex routing, connectivity, firewall, application, and network performance issues
• Serve as an escalation point for advanced technical challenges
• Collaborate with other network engineers to ensure successful implementations
• Maintain network documentation including circuit information, asset records, diagrams, implementation guides, and troubleshooting procedures
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and recommend improvements
• Create standard operating procedures, implementation playbooks, work instructions, and troubleshooting guides
• Evaluate new networking tools and technologies
• Identify process improvements that increase network reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency
• Provide technical support during calls with existing and prospective customers

Required Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer
• No employment sponsorship is available for this position
• CCNA certification
• At least 5 years of experience configuring Cisco routers and switches within a production WAN environment
• Strong hands-on experience building router configurations using templates
• Strong BGP routing experience
• Knowledge of OSPF, MPLS, NAT, VPNs, firewalls, and network security principles
• Experience supporting large-scale WAN environments
• Strong troubleshooting skills across network, routing, firewall, and application environments
• Ability to manage multiple high-visibility implementation projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with customers, field technicians, engineers, and cross-functional teams

Education & Experience

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with at least 8 years of relevant experience
• Advanced degree in a related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• CCNP certification
• Experience analyzing packet captures or system logs to diagnose network and application issues
• Experience implementing WAN connectivity within a large enterprise or service-provider environment
• Experience creating network diagrams, implementation guides, standard operating procedures, and troubleshooting playbooks
• Knowledge of Cisco ASA firewalls, DMVPN, and large-scale global WAN environments
• Experience supporting aviation or transportation network environments

Why This Opportunity?

Join a globally recognized aerospace and aviation technology organization supporting mission-critical communications and networking infrastructure around the world. You'll work on complex network implementations, large-scale WAN environments, and cutting-edge technologies while partnering with experienced engineers across a highly visible enterprise environment. This is an opportunity to have a direct impact on the reliability and performance of a network that supports essential industries worldwide.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Annapolis, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/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 Type

This is a hybrid position in Annapolis,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 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

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.