Sr Network Engineer

TEKsystems
$70.00 - $80.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Minnesota, Anoka
Mar 12, 2026
Description Job Summary We are seeking a CCNP level Network Engineer to lead and execute a comprehensive network site assessment for a new data center location in Anoka, MN. This role goes beyond basic assessment and focuses on validating design readiness, identifying architectural risks, and providing actionable, production ready network recommendations. The ideal candidate brings strong enterprise or data center networking experience, can assess complex environments end to end, and can partner closely with architects, facilities, and delivery teams to ensure a successful deployment. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities Site Assessment & Physical Infrastructure Lead on-site network assessments of the data center facility, including: oMDF/IDF placement, rack layouts, and network room design oCable pathways, ladder racks, conduits, and diverse routing options oFiber and copper cabling types, counts, redundancy, and termination standards Validate readiness of: oPower (A/B feeds), cooling, grounding, and physical redundancy oSpace planning for core, distribution, and access network layers Assess carrier demarcation points, ISP handoffs, and cross connect strategy Identify physical infrastructure risks that could impact scalability, resilience, or timelines ________________________________________ Network Architecture & Readiness Evaluation Review, validate, and refine proposed or existing: oData center LAN/WAN architectures oLayer 2 / Layer 3 designs (VLANs, routing domains, segmentation) oRedundancy and high availability strategies Evaluate network designs against CCNP level best practices, including: oRouting protocols (OSPF, BGP fundamentals) oSpanning Tree and loop prevention strategies oNetwork resiliency, failover, and scalability considerations Assess placement and role of: oCore, distribution, and access switches oFirewalls, edge routers, and load balancing components Identify architectural gaps, technical risks, and design constraints ________________________________________ Documentation & Reporting Produce detailed, professional assessment deliverables, including: oLogical and physical network diagrams oAnnotated floor plans and rack layouts oCabling, circuit, and infrastructure inventories Deliver clear, prioritized recommendations for: oNetwork design improvements oCabling and fiber strategy oEquipment placement and capacity planning Provide risk assessments with mitigation strategies and implementation guidance ________________________________________ Collaboration & Technical Leadership Serve as a technical point of contact during site walkthroughs and design reviews Collaborate closely with: oNetwork architects and senior engineering teams oFacilities, construction, and electrical vendors oService providers and carrier representatives Translate complex technical findings into clear recommendations for: oProject managers oLeadership and non technical stakeholders Support planning for future deployment, migration, and cutover activities ________________________________________ Skills* Network engineering, cisco switches, TCP/IP, VLAN design, routing protocol Top Skills Details Network engineering,cisco switches,TCP/IP,VLAN design,routing protocol Additional Skills & Qualifications - CCNP certification (Enterprise or equivalent) or demonstrable equivalent experience Advanced understanding of: oTCP/IP, advanced subnetting, VLAN design oRouting protocols (OSPF, BGP - design and validation level) oRedundancy, failover, and high availability network design Strong hands-on experience with: oEnterprise or data center network assessments oCisco switching and routing platforms (or equivalent multi vendor environments) Ability to analyze and validate network designs against business and operational requirements Strong technical documentation, diagramming, and communication skills Experience Level* Expert Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Anoka, MN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Anoka,MN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026. 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.