Network Systems Engineer / Windows / Point of Sale
Motion Recruitment
Chicago, IL (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
A well-established, multi-site organization in the food and hospitality space is expanding its internal IT team to support a major technology transformation. This full-time Systems Administrator / Network Engineer role focuses on enterprise infrastructure, cloud productivity tools, and large-scale network modernization across corporate and field locations. The environment is primarily Windows-based with a strong emphasis on Cisco Meraki networking and Microsoft 365 technologies. The engineer hired into this role will play a meaningful part in a multi-phase network overhaul while still owning core systems that keep the business running every day. The team is small, collaborative, and trusted by leadership, offering visibility, autonomy, and long-term growth for someone who enjoys being both hands-on and strategic. Required Skills & Experience 3+ years of experience in systems administration or network engineering Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki (switches, APs, templates, cameras) Microsoft 365 administration (Entra ID, Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive) Active Directory administration, group policy, and user provisioning Windows Server environments and desktop support VPN access, backups, patching, and general infrastructure support Experience supporting distributed or multi-location environments Desired Skills & Experience Experience supporting restaurant or retail technology environments POS system support (Toast or similar) VoIP or Zoom Phone systems Vendor management and project-based IT work Comfort supporting users both remotely and on-site What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown 40% Cisco Meraki Networking & WiFi 30% Microsoft 365 / Active Directory / Azure 20% Windows Server & End-User Systems 10% POS, VoIP, and peripheral systems Daily Responsibilities 70% Hands-On Technical Work 10% Vendor & Project Coordination 20% Team Collaboration & Internal Support The Offer You will receive the following benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Vacation Time Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.