Job Title: Network Engineer
Job Summary:
The Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a complex, multi-site LAN/WAN environment delivering highly available and scalable networking solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of networking protocols and technologies, be able to hit the ground running, experienced in WiFi design and management as well as experience with a variety of networking equipment. Candidate will be well versed in networking best practices and have a “security first” mindset.
Duties:
● Monitor network performance, identify and troubleshoot network issues, and restore network functionality
● Subject matter expert for all things networking, including top-tier support level for the District
● Plan and implement network infrastructure changes
● Perform preventive maintenance on network equipment
● Respond to network complaints, issues, and outages
● Research and adapt new networking technologies
● Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices
● Provide technical support to users and other IT staff
Minimum Qualifications
● 3-5 years of experience as a Network Engineer
● Valid Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification or equivalent certifications required.
● Real life experience with enterprise networking, various hardware vendors, Wi-Fi
● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Hands-on experience with any of the following
● Cisco 9300, Nexus, Juniper EX2200/4300
● Aruba Wireless
● SolarWinds
● Virtualization
● Cloud technologies (O365, Azure, AWS)
● Working knowledge of VoIP communications and functionality on Cisco telephony systems.
Physical Demands
● Ability to work in a very fast paced environment.
● Ability to work on a computer over a major portion of the workday.
● Ability to lift server and network equipment for rack mounting up to 50 pounds.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $82,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Network engineering: 3 years (Required)
- CCNA: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Schaumburg, IL 60194 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Schaumburg, IL 60194: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Schaumburg, IL 60194