Our client is currently seeking a Sr. Network/Security Engineer in the Chicagoland Area.
This position will be primarily remote with some onsite visits for important events and meetings.
W2 Only No C2C
Overview:
The Senior Network Engineer is a technical resource responsible for assisting peer Engineers with implementing end-to-end solutions to complex business networking and communications problems for new and existing clients.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the design, implementation, and optimization of scalable enterprise-grade network solutions, including routing, switching, security, remote access, and automation, from plan to close;
- Provide expert efficient troubleshooting and problem-solving for network outages, performance issues, and security concerns;
- Participate in network project planning, budgeting, and execution;
- Optimize network performance through bandwidth analysis, traffic shaping, and QoS techniques;
- Implement and maintain robust network security measures to protect against various threats.
- Develop and implement network automation solutions using scripting languages and APIs;
Qualifications:
- 7+ years experience as a Network/Security Engineer;
- Bachelor’s degree in a business or IT-related field is preferred but not required;
- CCIE Cisco certification required;
- PCNSE certification is a plus;
- Experience with wireless technologies;
- Experience with Cisco ISE; Cisco ACI; Aruba and Cisco wireless;
- Proficiency in MS Office (Including Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, PowerPoint, & Visio);
- Familiarity with Voice over IP systems such as Cisco Call Manager is a plus;
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and propose effective solutions;