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Manager of IT Network Operations - Network Infrastructure

OnTrac
OnTrac Salary
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
OnTrac is hiring an Enterprise IT Network Engineer!

Are you eager to join a dynamic and expanding company where you can both learn and make a meaningful impact? If you possess a strong sense of empathy, enjoy assisting others, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excel at problem-solving, we encourage you to apply today to connect with a recruiter!

Founded in 1986, OnTrac has evolved into the leading provider of same-day and next-day delivery services in the U.S. for premier e-commerce and product-supply businesses, including five of the largest retailers in the U.S.

Location: Remote (On site travel up to 50% - Eastern U.S.)

Salary: $104,000-$131,000

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm After‑hours maintenance and on‑call rotation required

Employment Logistics

The Network Engineer is responsible for the design, deployment, management, and optimization of enterprise network infrastructure with an emphasis on Cisco Meraki and Fortinet solutions. This role partners closely with Security, Systems, and Cloud teams, and ensures high availability, performance, and security across corporate LAN, WAN, SD‑WAN, and wireless networks spanning multiple sites (branch locations, sort centers, colocation facilities, and cloud environments).

Unpacking The Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and life outside of work.

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; HSA and FSA options
  • Life and Disability coverage (basic and voluntary)
  • Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Identity & Fraud Protection, Auto & Home, and Pet Insurance
  • Competitive benefits and 401(k) with company match
  • Referral Bonus Program - Up to $500 per referral!
  • Paid Time Off including Holiday pay
  • Employee Assistance Program & a Safe and clean work environment

The Must-Haves

  • 5 years of enterprise network engineering/administration experience
  • Strong hands-on experience with Fortinet (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, FortiEMS) in production environments
  • Full-stack Cisco Meraki hands-on administration across MX, MS, MR (with practical experience using Dashboard for configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting)
  • Deep understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs (IPSec/SSL), DNS, DHCP, OSPF, and BGP
  • Proven experience supporting multi-site networks with SD‑WAN connectivity patterns and secure segmentation
  • Experience working in 24/7 or near-24/7 environments (including on-call participation)
  • Knowledge of datacenter connectivity/design, plus exposure to virtualization and backup connectivity considerations
  • Familiarity with network monitoring/observability tools (e.g., SolarWinds, LogicMonitor, or similar)
  • Ability to travel up to 50% (corporate offices, branch locations, and sort centers across the Eastern U.S.)

Your Mission In Motion

  • Network design & deployment: Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise networking across LAN/WAN/Wi‑Fi using Fortinet and Cisco Meraki solutions in multi-site environments.
  • Security, segmentation & VPN: Configure NGFW policies, routing, segmentation, NAT, and IPSec/SSL VPN connectivity to ensure secure and resilient access across sites.
  • SD‑WAN & multi-site connectivity: Manage SD‑WAN connectivity between branches, sort centers, colocation facilities, and cloud environments to support high availability and performance.
  • Monitoring & optimization: Monitor and optimize network health using Meraki Dashboard and analytics/monitoring tools, driving performance improvements and proactive issue detection.
  • Operational support & troubleshooting: Support routers, switches, wireless access points, and security infrastructure; troubleshoot complex issues end-to-end and coordinate with vendors as needed.
  • Cloud & IAM integration: Integrate Meraki with cloud services and IAM, ensuring compatibility with existing enterprise platforms and access models.
  • Documentation & standards: Maintain accurate network documentation, including designs, topologies, and procedures, to support consistent operations and scalable growth.
  • Collaboration & mentorship: Partner with Security, Systems, and Cloud teams to align network strategy with business goals, while mentoring IT staff on NGFW and networking best practices.
  • Continuous improvement & readiness: Stay current on firmware, tools, and industry trends, contributing to upgrade planning and operational readiness.

Paving Your Way To Your Success

  • You bring expertise in full‑stack Meraki (MX, MS, MR) and integrating Meraki with IAM or SD‑WAN solutions.
  • You excel at applying network automation using Python, Ansible, and Postman.
  • You are proficient in cloud networking across Azure, AWS, and GCP.
  • You bring deep understanding of Zero Trust, SASE, and NAC frameworks.
  • You strongly support Cloudflare WAF and proxied DNS, and demonstrate excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.

If you are excited to be part of our team and grow with our OnTrac family, we invite you to apply!

OnTrac is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Lasership, Inc. dba OnTrac Final Mile with its affiliates, including OnTrac Logistics, Inc. (collectively, "OnTrac" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or age. Join us in our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are excited to be part of our team and contribute to our talent acquisition efforts, we invite you to apply.

Salary : $104,000 - $131,000

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