ReaderLink ยท 3 hours ago
Network Engineer
Oak Brook, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $132K/yr
5+ years expReaderLink is a company seeking a Network Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing the enterprise network infrastructure. The role involves managing network hardware, software, security controls, and communication links, requiring senior-level troubleshooting capabilities and collaboration with IT leadership.
BooksLogisticsMarketingSales
Responsibilities
Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, and WLAN network solutions aligned with business and security requirements
Administer, configure, and optimize next-generation firewalls and UTM security platforms, including policy management, segmentation, and access controls
Monitor network performance, availability, and security; troubleshoot and resolve complex network and connectivity issues
Assess, review, and configure Layer 3 routing, IP transit, and remote access technologies
Implement and maintain Network Access Control (NAC) solutions
Support and integrate network infrastructure with server, storage, and hypervisor-based environments across Windows and Linux platforms
Maintain and update network hardware, software, and firmware to ensure optimal performance and security
Develop and maintain SOPs, architectural diagrams, and network documentation
Provide escalation and operational support in a 24x7x365 environment
Other duties may be assigned, directed, or requested
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field is required
Minimum five (5) years of experience in network engineering is required
Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, Project) is required
Strong collaboration, analytical, and organizational skills
Proven influence skills, both verbally and via presentations
Ability to read, interpret, and prepare documents such as instructions and procedure manuals
Must be able to work individually, both in-person and remotely, with non-technical personnel to implement and troubleshoot day-to-day support issues
Methodical and organized approach to problem solving and a scientific approach to capacity planning
Performs job responsibilities in a Respectful, Empowered, Accountable, and Dedicated fashion
Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to speak with all levels of the organization and outside partners
Ability to communicate complicated information to others
Must be proficient in basic mathematics: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Ability to do algebra, calculate figures and amounts and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
A methodical and organized approach to problem-solving
The work performed is in an office environment
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at low decibels
Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment
Employee is occasionally exposed to vibration and dust
Preferred
Masters degree in Business or a related field is preferred
Benefits
Health Plans - Medical, Dental & Prescription
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health & Dependent Care
Disability, Life and Accident Insurance
Vacation Pay & Paid Holidays
401(k) with Company Match
Author Events
Publisher-sponsored Book Club
Company
ReaderLink
ReaderLink is a full-service distributor of hardcover, trade and paperback books to non-trade channel booksellers.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
ReaderLink has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2024 (1)
2021 (2)
2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dennis Abboud
President, CEO & Chairman
Recent News
2025-10-17
2025-10-09
Company data provided by crunchbase