Location: Chicago, IL

We are currently seeking a Network Engineer with strong “hands on” technical knowledge with Microsoft and Cisco certifications. This person must have proven ability to learn new technologies from start to finish with project success. Job responsibilities include:

Install, configure, maintain and troubleshoot:

• Microsoft System Center Suite 2007
• Microsoft Exchange Server 2007
• Microsoft Windows 2003/2008 Enterprise Edition Servers
• Windows 2008 Servers with Hyper-V and Application Virtualization Technology
• Windows 2003/2008 Active Directory, DNS, DHCP
• Microsoft Office Communicator Server 2007 with Live Meeting
• Symantec Ghost Server
• Cisco (IOS and ASA) and ISA Firewalls/ HP ProCurve switches/Cisco Switches and Routers/ Cisco VPN appliances (IOS, ASA and concentrator) for remote access
• Riverbed Steelhead appliances for WAN Compression
• S/W, H/W for printers, desktop and laptop computers
• Microsoft’s Forefront client security
• TCP/IP, LAN, WAN (MPLS), Wireless
• Multi-Terabyte SAN Server Technology
• Understanding of Shoretel Telephony and VOIP Telephony

Develops detailed technical documentation for network, server and desktop specific hardware and software; Creates, updates, and follows ITS process documentation.

Assists with operations, security, backups, software installations and upgrades on the local area network to ensure minimum downtime and a secure environment.

Candidate Requirements:

• Must possess minimum MCSE 2003 and valid CCNA
• Minimum 6 years Windows technical support in systems and network administration in a Corporate environment a must.
• Significant knowledge of MS Office 2007 Suite
• Strong experience with network architectures and designing new technologies required
• Analytical skills necessary to troubleshoot user problems and determine user needs and system requirements
• Off-first shift, weekend work and on-call services after normal business hours. Will carry cell phone to facilitate communications both during and after normal business hours.
• Physical ability to lift and install equipment (computers and peripherals) in and around desks and in small places

Please submit your qualifications to the corresponding email address below, including resume and salary history, for consideration.

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