Burwood Group · 18 hours ago
Systems Engineer- Senior Lead Networking Specialist
Elk Grove Village, IL
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$50/hr - $75/hr
5+ years expBurwood Group is a technology consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations achieve meaningful business outcomes. The Senior Lead Networking Specialist will design, implement, and maintain complex network infrastructures, focusing on scalability and high availability while ensuring compliance with industry standards and security best practices.
CRMInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Design, develop, analyze, troubleshoot, and document computer networks (such as Juniper and Cisco Systems) and infrastructure
Lead major network projects to support capacity growth, upgrades, new products/features, and integration
Maintain in-depth up-to-date knowledge of standards, guidelines, industry trends, etc., for the Networking discipline, including LAN, WAN, SD-Wan, Wireless, Data Center networking and firewalls. Lead the team in the implementation of these standards
Execute comprehensive scopes of work in alignment with assigned implementation plans, including system architecture builds, testing protocols, technical documentation, and end-user training
Contribute to the development and analysis of network designs and protocols including prototyping and assessment
Lead end-to-end planning, engineering, forecasting, and implementation efforts for moderately complex network systems, proactively identifying and aligning resource requirements to ensure optimal performance and scalability
Recommend changes in maintenance and systems standards, training support personnel on the conversion and implementation of the system
Ensure compliance with change control processes and adherence to standards
Participate in the diagnosis, isolation, and resolution of network problems, providing root cause analysis
Proactively identify potential issues in the production environment and help recommend potential solutions.Work cross-functionally to accomplish assignments
Interact with internal and external peers and managers to exchange complex information related to areas of specialization
Provide coaching, guidance, and on-the-job training to more junior engineers
Partner with the Information Security team to assess risk of threats to the network and ensure that appropriate actions are taken in a timely manner
Conduct and complete additional assignments/projects as designated by management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required. Focus on Computer Science or related discipline preferred
Minimum five years of experience in IT infrastructure and networking, with a strong background in network design, planning, and implementing scalable, highly available, and mission-critical network environments
Advanced knowledge and expertise in Juniper, Cisco, and Palo Alto Networks required
Experience with a variety of routing protocols and IP Addressing required
Demonstrated experience in project management—including planning, organization, and resource coordination—is required
Experience implementing WIFI and VOIP QOS policies in complex environments required
Must be professional, comfortable speaking with external and internal contacts with a demonstrated ability to tailor the message appropriately to the audience and situation effectively
Demonstrated ability to convey thoughts and ideas effectively and succinctly via written formats, including emails, letters, and electronic platforms
Maintain professional standards relating to spelling and grammar
Maintain credibility through professional demeanor, appearance, and presence by modeling standards appropriate to our environment and industry
Maintain good working relationships with internal partners by exhibiting exemplary interpersonal skills, adopting a constructive, solutions-focused approach
Use sound professional judgment to balance the interests of the organization and customer, understanding and using available resources to mitigate risks
Ability to relay technical information to both technical and non-technical personnel
Ability to write technical documentation is required
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Demonstrated expertise in advanced networking technologies, including routing and switching, firewall configuration and management, wireless access points and controllers, and SD-WAN infrastructure
Proven experience supporting high-availability environments across data centers, campus networks, and branch locations, with a strong understanding of remote site operations and associated support methodologies
A functional understanding of network architectures designed for hybrid cloud environments, with practical knowledge of virtual platforms such as Citrix, Azure, VMware, and Hyper-V
Ability to manage and optimize network-based monitoring systems and oversee the performance, reliability, and scalability of the overall network infrastructure
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 products and applications, including the ability to effectively prepare or review documents, procedures, and reports
Demonstrated ability to learn new systems and applications, as well as the ability to understand, adapt and adjust responsibilities/workflows as a result of system upgrades
This position requires regular travel to corporate facilities and Bank locations throughout the Chicagoland and Wisconsin branch network on an as-needed basis
Typical schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be required depending upon business need. Rotational Saturday work and off-hours on-call availability
Punctuality is required to maintain First American Bank's customer service standards
Preferred
Certifications in Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, and/or Aruba are preferred
Qualified military veterans are encouraged to apply
Flexible work from home options available
Benefits
401(k) and Roth 401(k) savings plan, complete with a company match
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Company
Burwood Group
Burwood Group is a systems integrator.
201-500 employees
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