Network Security Consultant

Description

Client is seeking a highly skilled Network Security Engineer to support a critical infrastructure initiative involving the deployment of an externally facing IIS application environment. This consultant will serve as the primary network and security resource, partnering with a small internal technical team to review the current architecture, recommend improvements, and implement the required networking and security components.

This is a hands-on role requiring both technical leadership and engineering execution. The ideal candidate will be comfortable owning the networking portion of a project from design validation through implementation and testing.

-Review and assess the proposed network and security architecture.

-Provide recommendations and design modifications to improve security, performance, and scalability.

-Design and implement secure DMZ environments for internet-facing applications.

-Create and configure network subnets, VLANs, routing, and segmentation strategies.

-Configure and optimize firewall rules and security policies required for application traffic.

-Support secure external application publishing and connectivity.

-Build and implement network configurations supporting an externally facing IIS server environment.

-Conduct security reviews and validate that the solution meets security requirements.

-Troubleshoot network connectivity, firewall, routing, and application accessibility issues.

-Participate in deployment testing, user validation, and production readiness activities.

-Document network configurations, security controls, and implementation procedures.

-Collaborate closely with a small internal engineering team throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

DMZ, Network Engineering, implementation, review and provide recommendations

Top Skills Details

DMZ,Network Engineering,implementation,review and provide recommendations

Additional Skills & Qualifications

-Experience with Exact software/products and supporting infrastructure

-Experience publishing and securing external applications

-IIS Server administration and deployment experience

-Security testing, validation, and go-live support for customer-facing applications

-Experience working in small project teams and leading technical initiatives

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Iselin, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $90.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

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.

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.