Senior Network Engineer - WAN/LAN and Voice Systems

MWRD; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to oversee network capacity planning and the hardware/software lifecycle. You will supervise WAN/LAN configuration, voice systems, and related deployments across district locations, while ensuring security and budget alignment.

The role requires a four-year IT/CS degree and at least four years of network design, installation and maintenance experience; CCNA certification may substitute education or

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year accredited college or university majoring in information technology, computer science, or a closely related field.
• Four years of experience in the design, installation and maintenance of network communications including LAN/WAN systems.
• A Cisco CCNA certification may be substituted for one year of education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the planning, design, procurement, installation, and performance of LAN/WAN configuration and related hardware and software.
• Supervises voice communication system hardware and software.
• Troubleshoots and resolves WAN and voice issues and anticipates future problems.
• Monitors technology and security risks and notifies supervisor as warranted.
• Leads planning and maintenance of Windows client/server hardware and software.
• Manages unit budget and assists in section budgeting.
• Oversees maintenance and support for voice and data network hardware and software.
• Coordinates with vendors and technical staff to resolve problems.
• Monitors project milestones and deliverables.

Skills

LAN/WAN knowledge

Voice/data networks

Project management

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Four-year IT/CS degree

Tools

Cisco CCNA

Windows Server

LAN/WAN equipment

Job description

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to oversee network capacity planning and the hardware/software lifecycle. You will supervise WAN/LAN configuration, voice systems, and related deployments across district locations, while ensuring security and budget alignment.

The role requires a four-year IT/CS degree and at least four years of network design, installation and maintenance experience; CCNA certification may substitute education or