Senior Networking/Security Engineer

Structured Communication Systems, Inc. (www.structured.com), a leading systems integrator, has an immediate opening for a Senior Networking/Security Engineer in Lisle, Illinois (close to Naperville).  The ideal candidate will have an exceptional technical background and extensive experience in complex, heterogeneous networking environments. Well-developed interpersonal, verbal and writing skills are a must, as well as the ability to support sales activities by discussing and presenting technologies. 

 

PRIMARY DUTIES

· Design, install, configure, troubleshoot and manage security and networking solutions.

· Support and provide knowledge transfer to clients.

· Assist sales staff with pre-sales technical support.

· Document designs and scope projects in a clear, concise and accurate manner. 

 

REQUIREMENTS

· Minimum 5 - 7 years consulting or industry experience with IT security and networking technologies.

· Expert knowledge of TCP/IP, Routing, Switching and firewall design and implementation.

· Working knowledge of UNIX/LINIX and significant experience with VOIP and other network intensive protocols, load balancing and bandwidth optimization technologies.

· Significant experience with technologies from the following manufacturers is desired: Juniper, CheckPoint, Cisco, BlueCoat, F5, Symantec, Microsoft, Sourcefire, and Websense.

· Ability to communicate at all levels of an organization from end-user to senior management about both business and IT needs.

· Experience translating business requirements into functional/technical specifications.

· Excellent project management, project scoping, troubleshooting, problem resolution, documentation and customer management skills required. 

· SANS or CISSP certifications, in addition to a range of major vendor credentials, is preferred.

· Ability and desire to travel within the Chicago metropolitan area and other destinations for short to medium term projects.

 

COMPENSATION

 

Our organization provides a full compensation package to attract, retain and develop the best talent in the marketplace.  Our benefits package includes health, vision, dental, and 401(k) plan.