Network Engineer

Georgia Tek Systems
  • Downtown, IL
    14 days ago

    Job Description

    Network Engineer
    Location: Downtown , Chicago

    Job Summary:
    We are seeking a skilled and motivated Network Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the Client's network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security.
    RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Design, deploy, and manage network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
    • Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure minimal downtime.
    • Implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware.
    • Collaborate with IT team members to develop and implement network solutions.
    • Maintain documentation of network configurations, processes, and procedures.
    • Provide technical support and training to end-users as needed.
    • Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure network efficiency and security.

    EXPERIENCE:
    • Good Knowledge in Network Infrastructure and Network Security
    • Proficient in Enterprise Routing & Switching: (OSPF, BGP, Static and Default Route)
    • Strong hands-on experience with FortiGate Firewalls, SDWAN on FortiGate FW.
    • Extensive experience with switching technologies including Nexus switches, vPC, STP, VLANs, VTP, HSRP, and Switch Stack.
    • Strong experience with VPN, IPSec Tunnel, and managing rules and policies on firewalls.
    • Knowledge of FortiCloud EMS and Forti Load Balancer.
    • Familiarity with Cisco Wireless Controller.
    • In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in handling and troubleshooting network setups.
    • Certification in CCNA Routing and Switching is preferred.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.

    SKILLS:
    • Proficient in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Fortinet (400F, 61E, 61F, FortiAnalyzer, FortiLoad Balancer) and Cisco (5050, 5512) firewalls, including WAN/LAN connectivity, policy creation, NAT, SD-WAN, SD-VPN, and traffic shaping.
    • Experienced in High Availability (Active/Passive) setups, load balancing, firewall backup and restore, and customized dashboard/report generation using FortiAnalyzer and Cisco tools.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDowntown, IL

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • BGPunmatched
    • CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associateunmatched
    • Cisco Network Systemsunmatched
    • Cisco Nexus Switchesunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Data Recoveryunmatched
    • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Financial Controlunmatched
    • Firewallsunmatched
    • HSRP (Hot Standby Router Protocol)unmatched
    • High Availabilityunmatched
    • IPsec (IP Security)unmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Industry/Trade Analysisunmatched
    • Information/Data Security (InfoSec)unmatched
    • Load Balancingunmatched
    • Local Area Network (LAN)unmatched
    • NAT (Network Address Translation)unmatched
    • Network Administration/Managementunmatched
    • Network Architecture/Engineeringunmatched
    • Network Configuration Managementunmatched
    • Network Connectivityunmatched
    • Network Performance/Analysisunmatched
    • Network Routersunmatched
    • Network Routingunmatched
    • Network Securityunmatched
    • Network Switchingunmatched
    • Open Shortest Path First Protocol (OSPF)unmatched
    • Performance Analysisunmatched
    • Policy Developmentunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Reporting Dashboardsunmatched
    • Technical Supportunmatched
    • Technical Trainingunmatched
    • Traffic Shapingunmatched
    • VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network)unmatched
    • VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP)unmatched
    • VPN (Virtual Private Network)unmatched
    • Wide Area Network (WAN)unmatched
    • Wireless Communicationsunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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