Network Security Engineer Job at Akkodis, Plano, TX

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  • Akkodis
  • Plano, TX

Job Description

Akkodis is seeking a Network Security Engineer for a Contract with a client in Plano, TX. You will monitor and manage enterprise web‑proxy, DNS, and SD‑WAN environments to ensure secure and stable network performance.

Rate Range: $45/hour to $53/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Network Security Engineer job responsibilities include:

  • Monitoring and managing Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA), DNS, VPN, and web‑proxy environments, using tools like Datadog, ThousandEyes, and Vital‑net to detect and resolve issues.

  • Performing first‑ and second‑level troubleshooting for proxy, DNS, and VPN incidents, engaging vendors for escalations, and providing 24/7 on‑call support when required.

  • Applying routine firmware and software updates, supporting maintenance windows, and performing backup/restore of network device configurations.

  • Implementing approved network changes—including VPN tunnels, DNS updates, and F5/Proxy policy adjustments—while following strict ITIL change‑management processes.

  • Updating network diagrams, maintaining IP address documentation, hardware inventories, and creating knowledge‑base articles for web gateway, VPN, and DNS.

  • Coordinating with hardware vendors for RMAs, collaborating with network and security teams, and ensuring stability across SD‑WAN, F5 LTM/GTM, and Infoblox environments.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Networking, or a related engineering discipline.

  • 8+ years of hands‑on experience in enterprise networking, including routing/switching, security, and cloud‑network integrations.

  • Strong technical expertise in SD‑WAN (Viptela/Meraki), F5 LTM/GTM, Infoblox DNS, and Zscaler (ZIA & ZPA), with the ability to troubleshoot complex proxy, VPN, and DNS issues.

  • Proficiency in managing network changes, maintaining documentation, and supporting global network operations using tools like ThousandEyes, Datadog, and NetFlow analyzers.

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Ritesh.Kumar@ akkodisgroup.com.

Pay Details: $45.00 to $53.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: 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.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors, Local area

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