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job summary: IT Senior Network Administrator Summary The Senior Network Administrator is responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and efficient operation of the organization's networks. This role involves planning, implementing, and maintaining IT infrastructure. The Senior Network Administrator also plays a key role in identifying and implementing IT best practices and ensuring compliance with security policies and procedures. Works effectively and pro-actively as a senior network administrator with the business community, external vendors, IT applications analysts and other IT colleagues during a project and on-going operational and technology work, contributing to the development of cohesive and cost-effective systems architecture and security and control of company IT assets. Duties & Responsibilities Network Management: Manage network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.Troubleshoot network issues, optimize network performance, and ensure network security.Implement and maintain network access controls and policies.Provide documentation of network systems and update the internal knowledge base. Security Management: Implement and maintain security measures, including firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems.Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.Respond to and mitigate security incidents and breaches. Project Management: Plan and execute IT projects, including equipment upgrades, migrations, and deployments.Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively. Compliance and Documentation: Ensure compliance with relevant IT regulations, standards, and security policies.Maintain accurate and up-to-date system documentation and configurations. The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description represent the significant responsibilities of the position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned, as required. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).7-10 years' experience managing, configuring, and administrating LAN and WLAN controller, switches, and router technologies. Cisco experience is a plus.Management experience with antivirus, VPN, Entra ID, and MDM. Experience with CrowdStrike, Cisco AnyConnect, and Microsoft Intune are a plus.Proficiency in networking concepts and protocols. Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and tools.Project management skills.strong problem-solving and communication skills.Relevant certifications (e.g., , CompTIA Network+ or Security+, Cisco Certified Network Professional) are a plus.Demonstrated experience and commitment to using ITIL-like processes and supporting applications in a disciplined way to ensure timely and accurate services, and reliable infrastructure environment information. Other key skills and attributes: Must be able to accurately read, interpret, and relay technical information procedures and policies.Ability to deal with confidential information reliably and securely.Attentive to details and drives for appropriate precision in analysis and execution.Effective and precise written and verbal communication skillsSelf-organized and makes significant contributions to the department's organization.Continually works to improve and automate the environment Quality, Environmental Health, and Safety Read and understand Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety policy and discuss with their immediate superior any specific points which require clarification.Take reasonable care for their safety and those around them who may be affected by their acts or omissions.Co-operate with the company in achieving and maintaining Quality, Environmental Health, and Safety standards where relevant and as directed.Report to their manager any actual or potential risks, accidents, or dangerous occurrences that they identify in the workplace.Involves working with technology equipment installation, movement, and repair in the factory, server room, and office environments.   location: Lincolnshire, Illinois job type: Contract salary: $55 - 65 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors   responsibilities: Job Title: IT Senior Network Administrator Summary The Senior Network Administrator is responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and efficient operation of the organization's networks. This role involves planning, implementing, and maintaining IT infrastructure. The Senior Network Administrator also plays a key role in identifying and implementing IT best practices and ensuring compliance with security policies and procedures. Works effectively and pro-actively as a senior network administrator with the business community, external vendors, IT applications analysts and other IT colleagues during a project and on-going operational and technology work, contributing to the development of cohesive and cost-effective systems architecture and security and control of company IT assets. Duties & Responsibilities Network Management: Manage network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.Troubleshoot network issues, optimize network performance, and ensure network security.Implement and maintain network access controls and policies.Provide documentation of network systems and update the internal knowledge base. Security Management: Implement and maintain security measures, including firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems.Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.Respond to and mitigate security incidents and breaches. Project Management: Plan and execute IT projects, including equipment upgrades, migrations, and deployments.Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively. Compliance and Documentation: Ensure compliance with relevant IT regulations, standards, and security policies.Maintain accurate and up-to-date system documentation and configurations. The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description represent the significant responsibilities of the position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned, as required.   qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 6 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors  skills: Network Administration 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.

job summary: Large manufacturing company is targeting a Mechanical Engineer for their production facility in the Chicago IL area. Qualified candidates will have hands-on mechanical maintenance and process improvement experience in heavy industry. BS in Mechanical Engineering or related technical training preferred.   location: Chicago, Illinois job type: Permanent salary: $100,000 - 120,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors   responsibilities: Conduct regular inspections of mechanical equipment and machinery to identify any potential issues or areas of improvement.Develop and implement maintenance strategies to ensure maximum uptime and productivity. Troubleshoot and repair any mechanical issues as they arise.Schedule and coordinate preventative maintenance activities to minimize downtime.Mechanical design work, drawings and calculations, as it relates to the repair or improvement of our existing assets or execution of capital project investments.Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and guidelines. #LI-TB1   qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 5 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors (required)  skills: Project EngineeringProject EngineeringProject EngineeringMechanical EngineeringCapital EquipmentProject ManagementCapital EquipmentCapital EquipmentMaintenanceMechanicalCADHydraulicsPneumaticsMechanical DesignMechanical EngineeringManufacturing 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, 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 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.

job summary: **must be local- Chicago, IL (3 days/ week onsite)** **W2 only; no C2C, no sponsorship** System Engineer builds and maintains Non-Prod and Production environments, supports system/application rollouts, responds to and troubleshoots escalated environmental issues, informs/advises application managers and stakeholders (Development, Release Management) about new environment build out progress and implementation, conducts technical analysis, and produces recommendations. Design, implement and manage CI/CD pipelines.Automate deployment processes using Ansible and custom scripts.Manage version control, ensuring integrity and managing project conflicts.Supports application releases by performing pre and post implementation tasks, coordinating tasks with multiple cross-functional teams.Supports Infrastructure Maintenance and Operation routines such as Patching, Monitoring/Alerting and Upgrading.Supports Networking design and implementation activities as Load-Balancing, DNS, Firewall etc.Supports operations of Java based IAM applications.Experience in Apache web servers, Weblogic, Oracle Database. Required Skill: DevOps, Ansible, Jenkins, AutomationHands on experience in designing, implementing, and delivering infrastructure on Container platforms such as OpenShift, Kubernetes and/or Docker SwarmHands-on experience with Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Reproducibility, Traceability, Concurrent Development strategiesstrong Infrastructure experience (Provisioning, Service Configuration, Orchestration, Monitoring etc).Experience and understanding of Networking concepts; Load-Balancing, DNS, Firewall.Experience with deploying, trouble-shooting JAVA applications and supporting infrastructure such as Weblogic, Apaches, Oracle DB. Experience in Ansible automation process is a plus. Experience with: Ansible automationApplication servers (Weblogic, Tomcat etc.)Linux OS, shell scriptingJavaContainers (OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker)SQLProfiling (AppDynamics, DynaTrace etc)SplunkNetwork (LB, WAF, Firewall etc.)Github/BitBucket   location: Chicago, Illinois job type: Contract salary: $55 - 65 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors   responsibilities: Design, implement and manage CI/CD pipelines.Automate deployment processes using Ansible and custom scripts.Manage version control, ensuring integrity and managing project conflicts.Supports application releases by performing pre and post implementation tasks, coordinating tasks with multiple cross-functional teams.Supports Infrastructure Maintenance and Operation routines such as Patching, Monitoring/Alerting and Upgrading.Supports Networking design and implementation activities as Load-Balancing, DNS, Firewall etc.Supports operations of Java based IAM applications.Experience in Apache web servers, Weblogic, Oracle Database.   qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 8 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors  skills: Identity and Access Management (IAM) (5 years of experience is required)Java (5 years of experience is required)DevOps (7 years of experience is required)Continuous Improvement (5 years of experience is required)ansible (5 years of experience is required)Network (3 years of experience is required)container platforms (5 years of experience is required)SQL (4 years of experience is required)github/bitbucket (3 years of experience is required)oracle database (4 years of experience is required) 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.