[Remote] DS Engineer Back Office Design

March 6, 2026

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are seeking DS Engineers to support their upcoming BIM contract. The role involves providing technical expertise to modernize network design and implementation for multiple Air Force and Space Force bases globally.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Government Points of Contact (POCs) to coordinate design, installation, base access, clearance, escorts, personnel and equipment to ensure project tasks can be completed on time
Assist the PM with ensuring clear, consistent, timely and accurate communications are maintained with internal and external project stakeholders
Provide input into the distribution systems design (ISP/OSP) and technical recommendations to the program and operation teams
Lead small implementation teams or manage specific work scopes for a given AF/SF base
Provide technical, administrative, and operational management of assigned projects
Develop technical project plans, proposals, reports, and task order and administrative reporting
Perform detailed technical services on assigned tasks
Conduct planning and provide recommendations on task workload
Provide input into risk tracking process
Attend customer meetings and serve as primary network engineering liaison
Interact with vendors, other agencies, and other client staff
Coordinate development of deliverables and products
Ensure quality assurance of project deliverables
Maintain current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned
Participate in special projects as required
Review project requirements and develop strategies for future work

Skills

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institute in an area applicable to this position. Equivalent years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree
For JUNIOR level: 2+ years' experience in various aspects of IT upgrade projects in the DoD environment
For Senior level: 5+ years' experience in various aspects of IT upgrade projects in the DoD environment
For ADVISOR level: 8+ years' experience in various aspects of IT upgrade projects in the DoD environment
Familiarity with distribution systems (ISP/OSP) design and Implementation documents such as – Site Survey Reports, Preliminary and Critical Design documentation, As-built diagrams, rack elevations and circuit connectivity matrices
Familiar with all aspects of fiber testing
Thorough understanding of Wired and general IT functions
Ability to work effectively in a virtual teaming environment
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, documents and governmental regulations
Strong commitment to a team environment and the ability to work collaboratively
Strong coordination and organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Active DoD Secret Level Clearance required
Experience using MS Visio or related CAD tools

Benefits

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)

Company Overview

At TEKsystems, they understand people. Every year they deploy over 80,000 IT professionals at 6,000 client sites across North America, It was founded in 1994, and is headquartered in Hanover, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.teksystems.com.

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