We are looking for a skilled Network Engineer to support enterprise network operations and infrastructure projects in Deer Park, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable working across production and data center environments, combining technical troubleshooting with hands-on deployment work. The role will focus on maintaining reliable connectivity, improving network performance, and contributing to site-based infrastructure initiatives in a fast-moving setting.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and support enterprise network environments that include Cisco-based routing, switching, firewall, and data center technologies.
• Perform physical network deployment tasks such as installing equipment, racking hardware, connecting cabling, and completing patching activities within data center spaces.
• Diagnose and resolve network performance and connectivity problems across routers, switches, and security platforms to minimize operational disruption.
• Assist with infrastructure projects involving hardware upgrades, network expansion efforts, and data center relocation or migration activities.
• Coordinate implementation windows and cutover activities to ensure changes are executed accurately and with limited downtime.
• Configure and support core networking functions including VLANs, routing protocols, switching operations, and secure traffic handling practices.
• Work closely with project teams and technical stakeholders to deliver network changes within demanding timelines and project schedules.