IT Consultant

Concentric Integration, a subsidiary of Baxter & Woodman, Inc.

Your future position: IT Consultant

Choose your location: Bannockburn, Chicago, Crystal Lake, orNaperville, IL

Why you should join our team! Why Concentric Integration?

At Concentric Integration, both seasoned professionals and entry level candidates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact:

Concentric Integration provides full-service automation of water/wastewater systems (including design, implementation, and support). We strive to advocate for our clients and form long-lasting partnerships based on trust. Concentric provides tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of each of our clients. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with a depth of expertise unrivaled in the industry.

The IT Consultant is a hands-on technical professional responsible for designing, supporting, and maintaining IT solutions for primarily municipal clients. This role requires broad expertise across systems administration, networking, cybersecurity, client communication, and project execution. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of managing full-cycle IT projects in a fast-paced environment. This position involves direct collaboration with clients and leadership to deliver high-quality technical guidance and reliable technology solutions. Municipal IT experience is beneficial but not required.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of IT infrastructure solutions, including industrial control systems, enterprise applications, and network environments.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients and leadership, providing strategic guidance, proactive support, and high-value consulting.
• Ensure system security and reliability through patch management, firewall administration, monitoring, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Architect, administer, and troubleshoot complex server, virtualization, and networking environments to maintain performance and scalability.
• Drive full lifecycle IT projects, balancing technical excellence with timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that enhance operational effectiveness, security posture, and client outcomes.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support as needed and participate in a rotating on-call schedule for critical infrastructure support.

Must-haves, what you will bring:

• 8+ years of IT consulting or equivalent technical experience.
• Strong proficiency with Windows 11 and Windows Server (2022/2025) environments.
• Expertise in:
  • Active Directory and Group Policy
  • Server virtualization (Microsoft and/or VMware)
• Hands-on networking experience, including:
  • Wired and wireless infrastructure
  • Firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, DNS, and network security
• Familiarity with major networking vendors. (e.g., Cisco, Fortinet, Aruba)
• Experience documenting issues and resolutions using a ticketing or service desk system.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with ConnectWise or similar IT service management / PSA platforms.
• Relevant industry certifications in networking, server administration, or cybersecurity (e.g., Cisco, Microsoft, Fortinet, CompTIA, or equivalent.)

Compensation The pay range for this role is $90,000 to $120,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, and cancer. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule on eligible positions. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Concentric Integration is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer