Senior Network Engineer [Onsite]

Republic Bank Of Chicago; South Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Bank Of Chicago is looking for a Network Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining networks. Key tasks include troubleshooting network issues, performing system administration, and ensuring network security and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in network engineering and a BS degree in a related field. Certification in networking technologies is preferred. This is a full-time position located in South Carolina.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience with network engineering principles and practices.
• Experience in LAN, WAN, security design, configuration and administration.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Azure.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for day-to-day operations on network hardware.
• Perform administration and configuration of network equipment.
• Monitor Azure and datacenter for outages and performance issues.

Skills

Network engineering principles

TCP/IP

DNS

WAN technologies

LAN switching and routing

Firewall technologies

VPN technologies

SQL Server

Microsoft Azure

Strong troubleshooting skills

Education

BS Degree in Information Technology/Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CCSP, VCP, MCSE

Job description

Job Details

Location: Oak Brook HQ - Oak Brook, IL 60523

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year (This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future and does not accept H‑1B applicants. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.)

Summary

The position is responsible for designing, implementing, monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing the local and wide area networks. The engineer will assist staff in troubleshooting and maintaining data integrity and security, and will analyze and resolve network hardware, software problems, and incidents escalated from the service desk.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide direct support in the day‑to‑day operations on network hardware and operating systems; evaluate system utilization, monitor response time, and provide primary support for detection and correction of operational problems.
• Perform administration and configuration of all network equipment, including firewalls, switches, and wireless access points.
• Participate in planning, design, technical review, and implementation for new network infrastructure hardware and network operating systems for voice and data communication networks.
• Design solutions with other teams to support new or updated technologies.
• Monitor Azure and datacenter for network outages and performance issues.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and architectural diagrams.
• Perform routine add, move, or change operations to voice and data networks.
• Analyze and resolve network hardware, software problems and incidents escalated from the service desk.
• Supervise vendors, contractors or other individuals for maintenance or on a project basis.
• Lead project management for various IT projects.
• Mentor and provide guidance to other members on the team.
• Proactively identify, assess, and recommend solutions to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and security of the network.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Maintain Storage Area Network (SAN) and servers (Azure, physical, and virtual).
• Install servers, software, and other devices on the LAN according to schedule or as requested, ensuring that all work is documented for future reference.
• Perform daily backups of all systems and ensure safe management of media in accordance with the disaster recovery plan.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Minimum 5years experience with network engineering principles and practices including TCP/IP, DNS, SNMP, WAN technologies, VLANs and LAN switching and routing.
• Experience in LAN, WAN, security design, configuration and administration, including firewall and VPN technologies.
• Minimum 5years experience with system administration including server‑side development, building and maintaining VMware, Microsoft Active Directory and server systems hardware and architecture.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Azure.
• Knowledge and experience with storage area networks.
• Experience managing SQL Server and SQL Reporting Services.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) for effective interaction with all levels of staff and outside contacts.
• Personality traits: service‑oriented, independent, coach, innovative, organized, passion for latest technologies.
• On‑call availability, and occasional evening and weekend work required.

Educational Requirements

• BS Degree in Information Technology/Systems, Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• Prefer a combination of industry networking technology certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CCSP, VCP, MCSE.

Additional Responsibilities

Every employee of Republic Bank is responsible for knowing and practicing Bank Secrecy Laws (AML/CIP/SAR/CTR/OFAC), the USA Patriot Act, and other related regulations as they relate to their specific job function. Training will be provided during your Introductory Period and annually thereafter. If you need additional training, you are responsible for contacting your immediate supervisor.