What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Operations Lead position at V-Soft Consulting Group, Inc.?
Network Operations Lead (Onsite)
Primary Location: Chicago, Illinois
V-Soft Consulting is currently hiring for a Network Operations Lead for our premier client in Chicago, Illinois.
Education And Experience »
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Business Administration, or relevant educational or professional experience.
- 10 years of experience as a manager with 4 of those years in a large, diverse global enterprise with a proven track record of leadership in Information Technology.
- Demonstrate strong proficiency in implementing and supporting IT networks and IT solutions in fast-paced food processing environments.
- Experience working with cloud services like Azure, AWS etc. to implement network services and perform integrations.
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP and Ethernet networks (e.g. VLANs, VPN, VoIP, LAN/WAN), and network devices such as switches, routers, and wireless access points.
- Experience working with MPLS and SDWAN technologies, Site-to-Site and VPN technologies.
- Experience with DNS, DHCP, Terminal Services, File Servers, Print Management, Group Policy and network routing protocols.
- Experience with security technologies such as firewalls (Palo Alto, FortiGate etc.), intrusion detection and intrusion prevention systems.
- Experience providing IT solutions in the manufacturing industry is highly preferred.
- Experience implementing and supporting SASE solutions like Zscaler ZIA, ZPA and NGFW.
- Knowledge and experience implementing/supporting IT/OT separation solutions.
- Knowledge of virtualization technologies, such as VMware and Nutanix.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills, are required.
- Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills are required.
- Proven ability to be adaptable, capable, self-motivated, and confident is required.
- Excellent resource planning and task scheduling skills are required.
What You’ll Do
Job Responsibilities:
- Providing guidance on infrastructure solutions, architecture, and support for business processes.
- Managing daily operations of core infrastructure and platforms including, but not limited to, data and voice networks, firewalls, Zscaler etc.
- Participating in and leading IT projects, and where applicable, ensure these are delivered within scope, budget, and adhere to company governance processes.
- Maintaining and developing standards, technical documentation for the network infrastructure and for complex technical solutions.
- Work with managed service providers to provide day-to-day operational support and continuous improvement.
- Working closely with the IT Security department to manage network vulnerabilities, software updates and patches.
- Work to increase user satisfaction by monitoring critical IT systems and ensuring timely response and fix times.
Interested?
Qualified candidates should send their resumes to bpritchett@vsoftconsulting.com
V-Soft Consulting Group is recognized among the top 100 fastest growing staffing companies in North America, V-Soft Consulting Group is headquartered in Louisville, KY with strategic locations in India, Canada and the U.S. V-Soft is known as an agile, innovative technology services company holding several awards and distinctions and has a wide variety of partnerships across diverse technology stacks.
As a valued V-Soft Consultant, you’re eligible for full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), a 401(k) plan, competitive compensation and more. V-Soft is partnered with numerous Fortune 500 companies, exceptionally positioned to advance your career growth.
V-Soft Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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