Network Engineer

As a Network Engineer, you will provide operational support for LAN and WAN technologies such as switches, routers, VPN boxes, and circuits. In addition to support, you will be involved in building and configuring network infrastructure and security solution components at clients. The ideal resource for this position will possess knowledge and experience in supporting network infrastructure and security solutions, and should have technical experience (hands-on implementation) in these areas. In addition, you should also possess strong project management and work planning skills, and the ability to interact with client personnel.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the ability to:

• Problem management, diagnosis, escalation, tracking and resolution.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge on the deployment of network and voice technologies.
• Perform traffic engineering analysis on network facilities.
• Knowledge of network equipment including Cisco routers, and switches.
• Knowledge of network protocols, technologies, services, and monitoring tools.
• Report and/or escalate issues to management.
• Maintain and update system and network documentation.
• Assist in compiling training materials to support operational requirements
• Design and implement data networks.
• Assist in the development of infrastructure and services standards documentation and configuration guidelines.
• Coordination and execution of network deployment activities.
• Manage vendor and/or product provisioning, procurement, and delivery of data services hardware and software.
• Report project status on a weekly basis.
• Ensure technology standards ratification.
• Performs network implementation services in conjunction with infrastructure teams.
• Follow established development processes and standards for all work. Identify and propose improvements to the processes and standards as necessary.
• Participate in complex projects with minimal supervision or guidance.
• Manage vendor and/or product provisioning, procurement, and delivery of LAN and WAN hardware.
• Acts as a resource for infrastructure projects for voice/data network design, development, and

implementation.

• Establish and maintain good working relationships with clients.
• Participate in internal and client-facing meetings, prepare reports and presentations

We are seeking highly motivated individuals who meet the following criteria:

• Efficiently manage multiple tasks and contribute in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Problem-solver, with natural innovative and analytical skills
• Excellent leadership, communication (written and oral), interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Upbeat, friendly, motivated, and positive team builder

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or equivalent required
• 2 – 5 years minimum of similar work experience in a client facing role
• Must have experience supporting and implementing network infrastructure (firewalls, routers,

switches).

• Excellent organizational, time management, verbal and written communication skills
• Cisco CCNA certification or higher preferred
• Willingness to travel to Chicagoland area clients