Network Engineer III

Network EngineerMonitoring of our network performance and availability.Providing level 1 network support for client and vendor related connectivity issues.Provide customer support for our collocated clients.Communication with endusers, and managing expectations professionally.Performing scheduled fail-over and disaster recovery testing.Assist in planning and implementing network security measures and in the ongoing maintenance and documentation of our network and security.Assist in the design, deployment, and configuration of new network initiatives.What We Are Looking For:Bachelor's degree in network engineering or related field.1 to 3 years of experience in the network engineering field.Knowledge of the financial markets a plus and Vendor specific certifications (e.g.- CISCO) a plus.Network security experience a plus.Good overall understanding of networking protocols and infrastructure.Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot networking devices, including firewalls, routers, and switches.Experience with CISCO, ARISTA, and Palo Alto Network devices a plus.Experience with multicast configuration, cloud networking and NOC support a plus.Ability to create accurate network diagrams and documentation.Good analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology and products using documentation and internet resources.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, detail oriented and strong work ethic.Ability to work in a fast-paced, high pressured technology environment.Independent project and time management.Qualifications:Candidate must be local to the Chicagoland area as this is a Hybrid position with time spent in office as well as remotely.