Network Engineer

TEKsystems; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking an Intermediate Network/Infrastructure Engineer for an onsite contract in Baltimore, MD. The role focuses on Cisco networking, Palo Alto firewalls, IT/OT connectivity, and Windows Server infra in a regulated manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has experience in GxP-regulated pharma/life sciences or manufacturing settings and can support critical onsite infrastructure. This contract role requires hands-on expertise with Windows Server, virtualization, and

Qualifications

• Hands-on networking and infrastructure engineering experience.
• Experience with Cisco switching, firewalls, and enterprise network troubleshooting.
• Windows Server and virtualization experience.
• Experience supporting IT/OT connectivity.
• GxP-regulated pharmaceutical, life sciences, or manufacturing environment experience.
• Ability to work onsite in downtown Baltimore approximately 4 days per week.
• Comfortable working in a contract position.

Responsibilities

• Support and troubleshoot Cisco switches, wireless networks, and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Manage connectivity and network separation between IT and OT environments.
• Administer and support Windows Server infrastructure.
• Support Nutanix and VMware virtual environments.
• Assist with Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, SSO, MFA, and access management.
• Support Azure, AWS, Veeam backup/recovery, patching, and vulnerability management.
• Provide infrastructure support for manufacturing, quality, and laboratory systems.
• Assist with disaster recovery, business continuity, and systems lifecycle activities.

Skills

Networking engineering

Cisco networking

IT/OT connectivity

Windows Server

Virtualization

GxP regulatory knowledge

Tools

Nutanix

VMware

Active Directory

Microsoft Entra ID

SSO

MFA

Azure

AWS

Veeam

Job description

We are seeking an Intermediate Network/Infrastructure Engineer to provide hands-on infrastructure and network support within a regulated manufacturing environment. This role will have a strong focus on Cisco networking, Palo Alto firewalls, IT/OT connectivity, and Windows Server infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has experience working in a GxP-regulated pharmaceutical, life sciences, laboratory, or manufacturing environment and is comfortable supporting critical onsite infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and troubleshoot Cisco switches, wireless networks, and Palo Alto firewalls
• Manage connectivity and network separation between corporate IT and OT environments
• Administer and support Windows Server infrastructure
• Support Nutanix and VMware virtual environments
• Assist with Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, SSO, MFA, and access management
• Support Azure, AWS, Veeam backup/recovery, patching, and vulnerability management
• Provide infrastructure support for manufacturing, quality, and laboratory systems
• Assist with disaster recovery, business continuity, and systems lifecycle activities

Required Qualifications

• Strong hands-on networking and infrastructure engineering experience
• Experience with Cisco switching, firewalls, and enterprise network troubleshooting
• Windows Server and virtualization experience
• Experience supporting IT/OT connectivity
• Previous experience in a GxP-regulated pharmaceutical, life sciences, or manufacturing environment
• Understanding of GxP/CSV requirements
• Ability to work onsite in downtown Baltimore approximately 4 days per week
• Comfortable working in a contract position

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/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 Baltimore, MD.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Baltimore,MD.

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.

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