Network Engineer Chicago, IL

Network Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer to support and enhance enterprise networking operations in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on building reliable, secure connectivity across on-premises and cloud-based environments while improving visibility, automation, and operational performance. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced support setting and will bring strong technical depth across routing, firewalls, wireless infrastructure, and network monitoring.

MUST HAVE SOLAR WINDS EXPERIENCE.

Responsibilities:

• Design and deploy scalable network solutions across campus, wireless, SD-WAN, and cloud environments to meet business and operational needs.

• Maintain and troubleshoot complex multi-vendor infrastructure, resolving incidents and service requests within a high-volume, ticket-driven support model.

• Strengthen network security by addressing vulnerabilities, coordinating remediation activities, and applying secure configuration standards across network platforms.

• Administer and optimize routing, switching, and perimeter security technologies, including Cisco routers, Cisco ASA, and Palo Alto firewalls.

• Configure and support dynamic routing protocols such as BGP to ensure resilient and efficient connectivity between internal and external networks.

• Develop scripts and automation tools that streamline repetitive operational tasks, improve consistency, and reduce manual intervention.

• Implement monitoring and observability capabilities that provide actionable insight into network health, performance, and service availability.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure improvements, document technical designs, and advance network operational maturity.