Sr. Network Engineer

Chicago, IL, US • Posted 4 hours ago • Updated 4 hours ago
Contract Independent
Contract W2
No Travel Required
On-site
Depends on Experience
Fitment

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Job Details

Skills

  • Network Design
  • Network Security
  • Terraform
  • Python
  • DevOps
  • Ansible
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • IaaS
  • Cisco Certifications
  • Firewall
  • NTP
  • Network
  • Jenkins
  • Microsoft Azure

Summary

Short Job Description – Sr. Network Engineer

Location: Chicago, IL / Dallas, TX (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite)

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer with strong expertise in network architecture, governance, and cloud infrastructure within a highly regulated environment. The ideal candidate will lead end-to-end network lifecycle management, including design, deployment, compliance, and operations across on-prem and cloud platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure (routing, switching, firewalls, cloud)
  • Lead network governance, policy compliance (NIST, COBIT), and audit support
  • Drive Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, Python
  • Architect and manage cloud environments (AWS preferred, Azure/Google Cloud Platform acceptable)
  • Oversee network security solutions (NAC, DNS/IPAM, load balancing, DDoS mitigation)
  • Manage risk, vulnerability remediation, and compliance audits
  • Collaborate with vendors and internal teams on complex network initiatives
  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and on-call support

Required Skills:

  • Strong experience in regulated environments (NIST/COBIT frameworks)
  • Hands-on experience with AWS and Infrastructure as Code
  • Advanced networking expertise (firewalls, NAC, DNS/IPAM, NTP, load balancing)
  • Automation & DevOps tools (Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub, Python)

Preferred:

  • Cisco (IOS/NX-OS), CCNP/CCIE
  • GRC tools (Archer), CIS benchmarks, IT audit knowledge
  • AWS Certifications (Solutions Architect / DevOps / Networking / Security)
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  • Dice Id: 10354711
  • Position Id: 8935412
  • Posted 4 hours ago
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