Immediate Need for 3 Network Support Engineer

  CTG is currently recruiting for 3 Network Support Engineers for a 2 year project with our client in Chicago IL.  Candidates will serve as project staff in the engineering, design, implementation, management, and operations of the highly technical statewide network which includes backbone circuits, routers, switches, and POPs migrating to a converged network to include voice, video, data and other services. Qualified candidates will be responsible for;· The successful implementation and maintenance of network access, control, performance, and disaster recovery standards that directly impact employee and external constituents throughout the state. · Provide support to Tier 1 and Tier 2 support staff. Supervise and lead field support for Tier 1 and/or Tier 2 staff· Resolve a diverse set of problems using problem-solving skills and diagnostic methods and tools. Successful performance ensures the high availability of network services to constituents that result in commercially-acceptable levels of user/customer satisfaction on a 24/7 platform.· 24/7 support, provide phone support for all clients agencies· Develop and implement methods and procedures as well as statewide policies. · Engineer router-based high-speed technology network transports to deliver application functionality. · Evaluating and implement new network technologies. · Providing application-specific support (e.g., telephony, video/audio) to other engineers, NOC and support staff, and other team technical members as needed. · Provide technical and project management leadership on multiple components of a large project or a single complex component. · Develop effective communication with institutional representatives and personnel to conduct studies, collect information, and convey analysis for support of senior management recommendations. · Perform program management and administration. Candidates must have Cisco (LAN/WAN) experience, knowledge of telco services including MPLS and FRAME RELAY. Familiar with Remedy asset inventory tools.  CCNA is not a required skill; however, if candidate is certified, please provide certification number. This position will require 12 hour rotating shifts--7:00a.m. to 7:00p.m. or 7:00p.m. to 7:00a.m. Work 2-4 days (4 days at the most but not likely) averaging 1-2 days off. Work every other weekend or as needed. If you have the experience our client is looking for ( or know someone who does) please provide a Word attachment of your resume, indicate salary requirements, availability and means by which you are eligible to work in the US. No C2C or 3rd Parties Please !!