Server Management:
Administer and maintain server infrastructure, including installation, configuration, and monitoring.
Perform regular system updates, backups, and ensure high availability of servers.
Troubleshoot server-related issues and optimize server performance.
Storage Management:
Design, implement, and maintain the storage infrastructure ecosystem.
Design, implement, and maintain data backup environment, including off-site disaster recovery.
Responsible for applying patches, upgrading software, and making sure that data is secure.
Maintain the fiber channel switches, cloud storage and SAN arrangements.
Active Directory:
Design, implementation, and maintenance of Active Directory and Azure Active Directory environments.
Responsibilities include managing domains and troubleshooting Active Directory authentication issues.
Ensure that the Active Directory environment is secure, efficient, and scalable.
Manage certificate authority servers, certificate lifecycle, and secure PKI infrastructure.
Provide management and support of DNS systems.
Develop strategies for disaster recovery and ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.
location: ITASCA, Illinois
job type: Permanent
salary: $115,000 - 140,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
Network Design:
- Design end-to-end network solutions, including LAN, WAN, VPNs, routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, data center, cloud networks, and other network-related devices that meet performance, reliability, and security requirements.
- Evaluate new networking technologies, products, and services to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
- Participate in design reviews, provide technical guidance and mentorship to other team members.
- Deploy and configure network infrastructure components based on the design, ensuring proper integration with existing systems and adherence to best practices and security standards.
- Performing regular maintenance tasks such as software updates, security patches, and hardware upgrades to ensure the network operates smoothly and securely.
- Configure firewalls & implement security policies, security detection, prevention & response systems.
- Develop, implement, and enforce security measures to protect the organization's network from unauthorized access, malware, and other threats. This includes setting up firewalls, security event detection systems, and implementing security best practices.
- Assist during regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Diagnose and resolve network-related problems, whether they stem from hardware failures, software issues, configuration errors, or security breaches. This requires an understanding of networking protocols and troubleshooting methodologies. This may involve using network monitoring tools, packet sniffers, and other diagnostic utilities.
- Collaborate with the service desk team to resolve escalated technical problems.
- Develop and maintain documentation for troubleshooting and network configurations.
- Perform incident root cause analysis and remediation of system outages.
- Participate in on-call rotation to provide off-hours support and maintenance.
- Collaborate with peers, system architects, and other stakeholders to develop effective IT solutions.
- Work closely with other IT teams, such as system administrators, security specialists, and application developers, to ensure that the network infrastructure meets the organization's overall goals and requirements.
- Effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This includes providing status updates, explaining network issues, and proposing solutions in a clear and concise manner.
- Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and operational procedures to facilitate troubleshooting, upgrades, and future expansions.
- Ensure that network operations remain well-documented and accessible to other team members.
- Interact with network equipment vendors to procure hardware, software, and support services, as well as managing vendor relationships and contracts.
- Monitor network performance, identifying and addressing issues such as bottlenecks, latency, and downtime. This involves utilizing network monitoring tools and implementing optimizations to improve efficiency and reliability.
- Forecast future network needs based on business growth, and technological advancements, and make recommendations for network upgrades or expansions as necessary.
- Propose and implement improvements to enhance system performance and efficiency.
- Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with the latest networking trends, protocols, security threats and experiment with new technologies.
Education and Training Required
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, related field, or equivalent experience.
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+) are preferred.
- Certifications such as CCIE, CCDE, CISSP or equivalent are highly desirable.
- 5-10 years of experience working as a Network Engineer or in a similar role.
- Hands-on experience with routing and switching technologies (e.g., Cisco, Meraki).
- In-depth knowledge of networking protocols, and technologies including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF & EIGRP, VRRP, HSRP, VLANs, VTP, VoIP, Multicast, SDN, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, QoS, DSCP, SAML, 802.1x, Radius.
- Experience with cloud service models including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS.
- Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Automation and Python.
- Experience designing and implementing complex network solutions in enterprise environments.
- Experience with cloud networking platforms (e.g., Azure, Google Cloud, AWS).
- Experience working in a data center environment.
- Understanding of virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
- Proficiency in network security principles and technologies, such as firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS.
- understanding of network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (e.g., Wireshark, LogicMonitor, Derdack, SentinelOne, Rapid7).
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, attention to detail, and teamwork skills.
- communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365/Teams/SharePoint/Visio .
- Meraki Wi-Fi, Cisco Nexus, Cisco Catalyst, Cisco ISE, Cisco AnyConnect, Kemp Load Balancer, Microsoft NPS Radius, ServiceNow, ITIL, internet, EPL, SEoD, IPAM, Certificates, APC Power Backup.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Minimum 9 years of experience
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
