Network Administrator

TEKsystems; Eagan (MN); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

PTO / Vacation

Transportation benefits

Job summary

TEKsystems in Eagan, MN is seeking a contract LAN Engineer to troubleshoot and resolve LAN and Wi‑Fi connectivity issues, and to support Tier 1 and 2 teams.

The role requires 3+ years of IT/network experience, strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, STP, and Cisco Meraki or Fortinet, plus ServiceNow ticketing, with a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years IT experience.
• 3+ years network experience and support.
• Proficient in LAN protocols and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol).
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills for Layer 1 and 2.
• Understanding of LAN security standards and methodologies.
• Experience with LAN networking and wireless solutions (Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Juniper Mist, Fortinet).
• Experience with ServiceNow or other ticketing systems.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, especially Excel and Teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a team mindset.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in fast-paced environment.
• Continuous learning and staying up to date with trends in LAN engineering.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve LAN and Wi-Fi connectivity issues.
• Resolve Trouble tickets generated through ServiceNow.
• Document troubleshooting steps and solutions for future reference.
• Assist Tier 1 support in diagnosing and resolving LAN-related problems.
• Provide Tier 2 support for LAN-related incidents and service requests escalated from Tier 1.
• Collaborate with Tier 3 LAN Engineers for complex issue resolution.
• Perform duties in support of the mission as directed by Management.
• Typically performs all functional duties independently.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines and prioritize workload.

Skills

LAN troubleshooting

TCP/IP

VLANs

Spanning Tree Protocol

ServiceNow

MS Office (Excel/Teams)

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cisco Meraki

HPE Aruba

Juniper Mist

Fortinet

ServiceNow

Job description

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve LAN and Wi-Fi connectivity issues, including, but not limited to, switches, routers, and cabling.
• Resolve Trouble tickets generated through ServiceNow
• Document troubleshooting steps and solutions for future reference.
• Assist Tier 1 support in diagnosing and resolving LAN-related problems.
• Provide Tier 2 support for LAN-related incidents and service requests escalated from Tier 1.
• Collaborate with Tier 3 LAN Engineers for complex issue resolution.
• Perform duties in support of the mission as directed by Management.
• Typically performs all functional duties independently.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines and prioritize and manage your own workload.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree and a minimum of 3 years of IT work experience; Additional experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of applicable network experience and support.
• Proficiency in LAN protocols and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol).
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Layer 1 and 2
• Understanding of LAN security standards and methodologies.
• Proven experience with LAN networking and other wireless solutions such as Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Juniper Mist, and Fortinet.
• Experience with ServiceNow or other ticketing systems
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, especially Excel and Teams
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a team mindset.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Continuous learning and staying up to date with the latest trends, technologies, and industry developments in the LAN Engineering field.

Preferred: Cisco or other applicable Networking Certifications

Must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance and must not have traveled outside the US for a combined total of 6 months or more in last 5 years.

Skills

Ccna, Network engineering, wireless

Additional Skills & Qualifications

CCNA

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Eagan, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Eagan,MN.

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.

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.