Network Engineer 5 LAN Analyst

Position Title: Network Engineer 5 – LAN Analyst 
Location: Peoria, IL

About The AES Group: 
For over 20 years, The AES Group has been a trusted technology staffing and services partner to some of the world’s most innovative enterprises. We bring businesses and talent together to deliver impactful cloud, data, AI, and digital solutions that transform organizations and create lasting value. At AES, we believe partnerships are the cornerstone of sustainable growth. By forging strategic alliances with IT staffing firms, MSPs, and government prime contractors, we amplify our reach, deliver greater value to clients, and accelerate innovation. Our success is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to solving complex workforce challenges together. 

Position Overview
Seeking a Network Engineer 5 / LAN Analyst to support the LAN environment. This role will work independently and collaboratively on complex network projects, LAN implementation, troubleshooting, infrastructure support, and process improvements.
The engineer will collaborate with the LAN team and other technical teams to support network solutions throughout the America.

Key Responsibilities
 Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve LAN issues, including replacement of defective network components.
Support LAN development, implementation, and operational requests.
Provide support for critical incidents through a rotating on-call schedule, including occasional off-shift/weekend support.
Work with business partners and vendors on infrastructure integration.
Design and implement network processes and process improvements.
Follow ITSM processes and documentation for network changes.
Collaborate with technical teams on firewall, VPN, wireless, NAC, and related infrastructure changes.
Advise business partners on LAN-related technical issues and solutions.
Support LAN infrastructure locations in America. 

Experience

Education
Four-year degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.

Required Technical Skills
LAN implementation and support
TCP/IP fundamentals
Ethernet
QoS
IP subnetting
Copper and fiber cabling
OSPF
VLANs and VLAN trunking
Switching configuration
Cisco switches and networking equipment
LAN operations and implementation
Strong collaboration and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications
CCNA certification
Network automation and scripting
Cisco DNA Center / Catalyst Center
Wireless networking experience
Experience supporting medium-to-large enterprise environments

Candidate Requirements
 Must be local to the East Peoria, IL area. Relocation candidates should not be submitted initially.
Stable employment history is preferred; choppy tenure is a red flag.
Must be comfortable working onsite 5 days per week.
Must be willing to participate in the rotating on-call schedule.  

Top Skills
Cisco LAN / Switching
TCP/IP, VLANs, OSPF & Network Troubleshooting
LAN Implementation & Operations