Network Implementation Specialist
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Job description
Our client is seeking a Network Implementation Specialist to support large-scale infrastructure deployments across a highly segmented enterprise and Operational Technology (OT) environment.
This is a hands-on, execution-focused role responsible for translating standardized network designs into real-world deployments across substations, industrial sites, and distributed field locations. You will play a key role in implementing, integrating, and stabilizing mission-critical network infrastructure.
This is not a design-heavy engineering position-the focus is on deployment, field execution, commissioning, and troubleshooting in both greenfield (new builds) and brownfield (existing environments)., Network Deployment & Implementation
- Execute predefined network designs across field and facility environments
- Install, configure, and validate network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls)
- Translate logical network diagrams into physical installations
- Support network turn-up, system testing, and commissioning activities, * Participate in site walk-downs, field validation, and construction coordination
- Review construction prints and network designs to ensure alignment with installation
- Support contractors, vendors, and installation teams during deployments
- Assist with site readiness, device placement, and connectivity validation
- Follow standardized deployment templates and processes, * Troubleshoot deployment-related issues, including:
- Configuration errors
- Hardware installation issues
- Telecom and circuit connectivity problems
- Perform network testing and validation to ensure operational readiness
- Support issue resolution during commissioning and site acceptance, * Maintain accurate deployment documentation, configuration records, and site details
- Ensure installations meet quality standards, compliance, and security requirements
- Provide feedback to engineering teams to improve templates and processes, 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. Related Jobs OT/Field Network Specialist TEKsystems Waukesha, WI*Remote TCP/IP Firewall Templates Operations Subnetwork Communication System Testing Network Routing Network Testing Network Switches Network Diagrams Operating Expense Business Valuation Telecommunications Wide Area Networks Networking Hardware Local Area Networks Full Stack Development Cisco Routers Switches Artificial Intelligence Business Transformation Critical Illness Insurance Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA) +0
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Requirements
Firewall Templates Operations Subnetwork Communication System Testing Network Routing Network Testing Network Switches Network Diagrams Operating Expense Business Valuation Telecommunications Wide Area Networks Networking Hardware Local Area Networks Full Stack Development Cisco Routers Switches Artificial Intelligence Business Transformation Critical Illness Insurance Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA), * Strong networking fundamentals:
- TCP/IP, subnetting, routing & switching
- VLANs, DNS, DHCP
- Hands-on experience with:
- Cisco routers, switches, and network infrastructure
- LAN/WAN environments
- Proven troubleshooting experience in network deployments
- Ability to interpret network diagrams, designs, and construction prints, * Background in Operational Technology (OT) environments
- Experience in utilities, energy, telecom, manufacturing, or industrial networks
- Familiarity with SCADA systems and field communications
- Experience with:
- Fiber infrastructure and telecom circuits
- Distributed network environments
- Exposure to vendors such as Cisco, Nokia, or similar, * Experience executing network deployments (vs. designing architectures)
- Ability to work in both greenfield and brownfield environments
- Strong understanding of real-world constraints (latency, uptime, rugged environments)
- Familiarity with template-driven deployment models, + Industrial facilities
- Field locations
- Standardized designs with variability based on real-world site conditions, * Background in utilities, telecom, or industrial networking
- Strong ability to execute deployments independently
- Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and consistency
- Collaborative with strong communication skills, * Cisco (routers & switches)
- Troubleshooting
- VLAN, DHCP, DNS
- Network deployment & implementation
Benefits & conditions
This is a Contract position based out of Waukesha, WI. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 Type