Systems Administrator (Cleared)
TEKsystems
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Job summary
TEKsystems in Richardson, TX is seeking a network engineer to lead architecture, deployment, and security across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. The role emphasizes design, integration, and automated networking solutions.
You will work with customers and internal teams, set technical baselines, manage risk, and guide managers and engineers. An active Secret clearance and relevant certifications are required for this onsite contract role.
Qualifications
- University degree or advanced degree in a related field with 5+ years of experience, or 3+ years with an advanced degree.
- Security clearances and certifications required (Sec+/CISSP etc.).
- Experience with networking, desktop/server administration, and virtualization.
Responsibilities
- Lead network architecture, design, deployment, and integration of physical and virtual networks.
- Manage virtualization administration and maintenance.
- Operate in cloud/hybrid enterprise environments with security across data centers and systems.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
- Security certifications (Sec+, CISSP, etc.)
- Active Secret clearance at a minimum.
- Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
- Experience with Networking
- Experience with Desktop Support, Server Administration, and Virtualization Technologies (VM Ware, ESXi, etc.)
- Experience as a Linux Systems Administration
- Experience with Compliance frameworks (RMF, DFARS)
**PLEASE NOTE**
ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED DAY 1
*Top* Secret Clearance is great, but not a requirement
Education: STEM Degree and 5 years of prior experience, review other education and experience combinations in description
Schedule: M-F, normal office hours
Fully onsite between the Richardson and Cityline locations
Position is year with the opportunity to extend
Possible travel - 10%, domestic
- Lead network architecture, design, development, deployment, configuration, administration, and system integration of various physical and virtual network architectures
- Virtualization administration and maintenance
- Working in cloud and hybrid enterprise environments, including datacenter network and infrastructure security, and system boundary security
- Translating business objectives and requirements into deployable Zero Trust and hybrid cloud solutions
- Developing solutions for end-to-end network automations, including network orchestration across multi-vendor and hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructure
- Provide customer with technical design support to system and software technical specifications, design, proof-of-concept prototyping, and development activities
- Provide technical direction for large-scale network engineering projects, including operations, performance, testing, manufacturing, cost and schedule, and training
- Contribute to technical proposal preparation and serve as a subject matter expert in non-advocate, internal and customer reviews
- Interface directly with customers to establish trusted and influential relationships
- Lead and advise engineering managers, program managers, business development managers, product line managers, and component architects
- Ensure the development and management of technical risks and develop and execute mitigation plans
- Help establish technical baselines for the team and participate in change review boards
- Security certifications (Sec+, CISSP, etc.)
- Active Secret clearance at a minimum.
- Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
- Experience with Networking
- Experience with Desktop Support, Server Administration, and Virtualization Technologies (VM Ware, ESXi, etc.)
- Experience as a Linux Systems Administration
- Experience with Compliance frameworks (RMF, DFARS)
- Technology certifications (Systems Administration, Cloud, etc.)
- Govt. Security Clearance (Collateral / Secret)
networking protocols, vmware, esxi, Windows, System administrator, Active directory, Windows server, Linux, Cloud, Infrastructure, network infrastructure
networking protocols,vmware,esxi
- Security certifications (Sec+, CISSP, etc.)
- Active Secret clearance at a minimum.
- Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
- Experience with Networking
- Experience with Desktop Support, Server Administration, and Virtualization Technologies (VM Ware, ESXi, etc.)
- Experience as a Linux Systems Administration
- Experience with Compliance frameworks (RMF, DFARS)
- Technology certifications (Systems Administration, Cloud, etc.)
- Govt. Security Clearance (Collateral / Secret)
Expert Level
This is a Contract position based out of Richardson, TX.
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $70.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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)
This is a fully onsite position in Richardson,TX.
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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