Network Engineer

Company: Zones IT Solutions
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

DescriptionCompany Overview:When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there's really only one: Zones - First Choice for IT.TMZones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done.Position Overview:We are seeking a highly motivated self-starter Network Engineer to develop and maintain client network infrastructures in a managed services environment. Network Security experience will be beneficial. This role will perform Technical duties with a focus on reliability and world-class service delivery of our client networking and Cloud infrastructure environments. You will be part of a team of network professionals who perform duties to include designing, analyzing, evaluating, configuring, troubleshooting, service management and implementing network solutions to support our business and client needs. Must have knowledge of protocols, hardware components, and IP-based networking technologies.What you'll do as a Network Engineer:

• Design, deploy and configure functional networks (LAN, WAN, SDWAN, Wi-Fi)
• Design, deploy and configure security devices (Firewalls/IPS/VPN)
• Manage NAC/ISE/ACS services and policies
• Configure and install switches, servers, routers, and other network devices, perform upgrades when needed.
• Maintain patch configuration information for the devices. The timelines for the applicable patch roll out would be dependent on the severity levels defined by the OEM or product vendor.
• Monitor network performance and integrity
• Respond to incidents to diagnose and resolve connectivity and performance issues
• Write RCA and participate in customers' meetings to explain root cause and solution
• Analyze recurrent tickets and find solutions to reduce the occurrence of the same issues
• View and analyze all the system and application logs
• Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness
• Mentor more junior team members on technical issues
• Communicate with stakeholders and end users as needed
• Maintain complete technical documentation to include network drawings, technical processes and instruction
• Help analyze the Network reporting and suggest improvements to network performance, capacity and scalabilityWhat you will bring to the team:
• Industry-related experience 5-8 years as a Network Engineer
• Experience working with key industry players such as Cisco, Meraki, Fortinet/F5, Checkpoint, Palo Alto, Juniper, Aruba, HPE, Cato Networks
• Strong knowledge and experience in routing and switching technologies
• Experience in supporting Active Directory, DNS environments
• Professional certification (e.g. CCNP, CCDP, CCNA)
• Strong working knowledge of Network Management Systems and Platforms (Manage Engine, Site24x7)
• Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis tools (e.g. SolarWinds network tools)
• Solid background in network administration and architecture
• In-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g. BGP, OSPF)
• Familiarity with access control models and network security
• Knowledge of coding languages for scripting (e.g Python, Perl)
• Solid understanding of network operating systems (JUNOS, Cisco IOS)
• Sharp troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communication ability to explain procedures to all levels
• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems within the defined SLAs
• Organizational and mentoring skills
• BS/BA in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms and technologies such as Google Cloud, AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Hybrid cloud are essentialBenefits:Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package. While we're committed to providing top-tier solutions, we're just as committed to supporting our own team. Our employees enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching provision, paid time off, and much more.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.Zones participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9 to federal records to confirm their eligibility to work in the United States.
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