Temporary Aruba Clearpass Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

Must sit near Salisbury, NC or downtown Chicago. If to be hired full time, the engineer will have to go onsite 3 days a week. Contractors can sit remote but they want people close enough to come in.

TEKsystems is seeking a skilled and proactive Network Security Engineer to join our customers Network Security team. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network infrastructure with a strong focus on Palo Alto firewalls, Zscaler cloud security, and Aruba ClearPass for network access control. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of network security principles and hands-on experience with enterprise-grade security tools. This organization is going through several major initiatives including Data Center Migrations, Upgrades, refreshes all related to these technologies. They are also embarking on their journey with Zero Trust and this person will have the chance to help impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, deploy, and manage Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including policy creation, threat prevention, and traffic analysis.

Administer and optimize Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) and Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) environments.

Configure and maintain Aruba ClearPass for network access control, authentication, and endpoint compliance.

Monitor network traffic and security alerts to identify and respond to threats in real-time.

Collaborate with IT and security teams to enforce security policies and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.

Maintain documentation for network security architecture, configurations, and procedures.

Participate in incident response and root cause analysis for network-related security events.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

5+ years of experience in network security engineering roles.

Hands-on experience with:

Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Panorama

Zscaler cloud security solutions (ZIA/ZPA)

Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager and Guest Access

Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, VPNs, and network protocols.

Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls.

Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant certifications such as:

PCNSE (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer)

Zscaler Certified Professional

Aruba Certified ClearPass Professional (ACCP)

Experience with SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection platforms.

Knowledge of scripting or automation (Python, PowerShell, etc.) is a plus.

Skills

Security, Firewall, Paloalto, Network security, Network engineering, Zscaler

Experience Level

Expert Level

This is a Contract position based out of Salisbury, NC.

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $75.00/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)

This is a hybrid position in Salisbury,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.