Role: Network Architect (LAN, WAN Wireless, SD WAN)
Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite)
Duration: 6 Months
Job Description:
Mandate Skills: LAN, WAN Wireless, SD WAN
Experience: 12-15 Years
Job Description:
The engineer in this role should exhibit a strong passion for building and improving secure networks, with a focus on project delivery. This role requires the individual to think critically through problems and be a self-starter when completing assigned project and support escalation work. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must, as significant customer interaction is required.
Roles And Responsibilities:
Design, configure, and test network solutions per scope of customer projects
Perform troubleshooting and support activities as part of project delivery
Lead or participate in discovery and design workshops
Support physical installation of network and security devices, either in person or remotely
Lead network assessment projects, and provide oversight for Engineering staff members in the development and presentation of findings and recommendations
Communicate progress and status of deliverables to customer and other stakeholders
Maintain technical acumen and apply as necessary
Experience in DR set up
Skills/qualifications:
10 years of network/security implementation and/or management experience required
Strong understanding of network routing and switching protocols required
Demonstrated experience with WAN and backbone network protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, etc.) required
Experience with next generation firewall technology (Palo Alto, Check Point, Fortinet, etc.) desirable
Experience with cloud (AWS, Azure, GC) network and/or security desirable
Certificates within network/security domain (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, etc.) desirable
Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical issues in an easy-to-understand manner
Resourceful, with the ability to work independently
Strong time management skills and attention to detail
Ability to multi-task activities with shifting priorities
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems preferred
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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