As an Associate Sales Engineer at GigaKOM, you will have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic sales team in the field of Enterprise-level IT services. With a focus on serving California Schools, Local and State agencies, and businesses for over 15 years, GigaKOM has established itself as a trusted partner in the industry. By collaborating with leading distributors, we ensure that our solutions are both practical and cost-effective, allowing us to expand our client base and venture into new markets. In this role, you will play a key part in business development and relationship management. You will be responsible for reviewing RFP postings and customer requests, assisting in proposal preparation, and coordinating with vendors for pricing and product information. Additionally, you will engage with high-level decision-makers, both on the client and supply sides, to facilitate effective communication and address customer needs promptly. Your day-to-day tasks will involve managing project operations efficiently. This includes processing leads, updating CRM tools, and scheduling appointments. You will also be responsible for handling customer inquiries, placing orders into the CRM system, and assisting with returns and order-related issues. By maintaining a well-organized sales department and staying updated on industry trends, you will contribute to the overall success of the team. To excel in this role, you should hold a Bachelor's degree in computer engineering or a related field. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential, along with proficiency in Excel and the Office suite. Previous experience in technology sales is preferred, but not mandatory. We encourage continuous learning and professional growth by providing educational opportunities and resources to enhance your industry knowledge. This position offers the flexibility of full-time or part-time contract work, with compensation based on your level of experience. If you are looking to kickstart your career in technology sales and thrive in a fast-paced environment, GigaKOM welcomes you to join our team and contribute to our ongoing success.,
About Us GigaKOM has been providing enterprise-level IT services to California Schools, Local and State agencies, and businesses for more than 20 years. We partner with the nation’s leading distributors and technology providers—including Cisco, HPE Aruba, Palo Alto, and Fortinet—to ensure our solutions are effective and cost-competitive. To support the growing demand for advanced networking solutions, we are seeking a Senior Network Engineer with deep expertise in enterprise networking, Cisco platforms, and large-scale infrastructure design. This role is suited for a professional with over 5 years of hands-on experience in network engineering, solution design, and vendor collaboration. This is a part-time, contract position with performance-based incentives. What You’ll Do Network Design & Engineering Design, implement, and maintain scalable, reliable, and secure enterprise network infrastructures. Configure, manage, and troubleshoot advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, MPLS, STP, VLANs, VXLANs). Administer and optimize WAN, LAN, WLAN, and SD-WAN environments across multiple sites. Ensure high availability, resiliency, and performance of mission-critical network systems. Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex network incidents. Solution Delivery & Customer Engagement Support presales activities by delivering technical presentations and solution designs. Collaborate with sales teams on customer workshops, proposal development, and technical validation. Participate in RFP/RFI processes by preparing detailed technical responses and architectural input. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by recommending modern networking best practices and solutions. Documentation & Standards Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including network diagrams, topology maps, and operational standards. Contribute to the creation of reusable templates, playbooks, and technical reference architectures. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (preferred). 5+ years of experience in progressive network engineering roles. Deep expertise in Cisco technologies with Cisco CCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure or equivalent) certification strongly preferred. Proven hands-on experience with routing, switching, and enterprise network design. Experience with Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls, VPNs, and security integration. Knowledge of HPE Aruba networking solutions (wired, wireless, and campus networking). Familiarity with SD-WAN solutions and network automation (Python, Ansible) is a plus. Preferred Qualifications Cisco CCNP Enterprise (minimum); Cisco CCIE strongly preferred. Multi-vendor expertise across Cisco, HPE Aruba, Palo Alto, and Fortinet. Strong customer-facing and presentation skills. Ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives. Additional Information Job Type: Part-Time, Contract Compensation: Based on experience Benefits: Not typically offered for contract roles
About Us GigaKOM has been providing enterprise-level IT services to California Schools, Local and State agencies, and businesses for more than 20 years. We partner with the nation’s leading distributors and technology providers—including Cisco, HPE Aruba, and leading cybersecurity vendors—to ensure our solutions are effective and cost-competitive. To continue strengthening our clients’ security posture, we are seeking an experienced Senior Cybersecurity Engineer. This role is ideal for a highly skilled professional with deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, Cisco and other vendor solutions, and over 5 years of hands-on experience in engineering, SOC, or architecture roles. This is a part-time, contract role offering flexibility and performance-based incentives. What You’ll Do Cybersecurity Engineering & Operations Design, implement, and manage advanced security controls across enterprise and cloud environments (Azure, AWS). Administer and troubleshoot firewalls (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet), IPS/IDS, and endpoint protection platforms. Monitor and analyze SIEM logs (Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel) to detect, investigate, and mitigate threats. Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and remediation activities. Lead PKI, IAM, MFA, and zero-trust initiatives. Compliance, Policies, and Risk Management Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and incident response procedures. Provide expertise during audits and compliance checks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR). Stay current with evolving threat landscapes and recommend proactive measures. Customer & Partner Engagement Support presales activities by engaging with clients, presenting security solutions, and tailoring proposals. Contribute to RFP/RFI processes with technical responses, architectures, and compliance mappings. Collaborate with vendors (Cisco, HPE Aruba, and others) on security programs, certifications, and product knowledge. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (preferred). 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering, SOC, or security architecture roles. Expertise in Cisco technologies and familiarity with HPE Aruba and other networking/security solutions. Strong knowledge of PKI, IAM, MFA, SSO, and cloud security frameworks (CIS, NIST, CSA). Hands-on experience with vulnerability management, incident response, and forensics. Preferred Qualifications Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA (strongly preferred). Vendor-specific certifications (Cisco CCNP Security, Palo Alto PCNSE, Fortinet NSE, Microsoft Security). Strong communication skills for client-facing engagements. Ability to work independently and provide leadership on technical risk and security matters. Additional Information Job Type: Part-Time, Contract Compensation: based on experience Benefits: Not typically offered for contract roles