Network & Infrastructure Engineer

Job Title: Network & Infrastructure Engineer

Primary Location: Northwest Suburbs IL

Position Type: Direct Hire

Overview

TalentFish is casting a line for a Senior Network & Infrastructure Engineer. This is a Direct Hire role in the Northwest Suburbs of Illinois.

TalentFish is seeking a Network & Infrastructure Engineer for our global, premier client! This role is responsible for managing and supporting IT infrastructure, including Windows servers, virtual environments, networking, security, and cloud solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across system administration, security operations, and business continuity planning.

What You Bring to the Role. (Ideal Experience)

• 3-5 years of experience in Windows Server administration, networking, and security.
• Strong expertise in WAN (Cisco routers), LAN (Cisco switches), and wireless LAN technologies.
• Experience managing VPNs (SSL remote VPN, IPSec site-site VPN) and cloud infrastructure (Oracle Cloud preferred).
• 2-3 years of phone system administration (Cisco Call Manager preferred).
• Familiarity with network monitoring solutions and firewall management.

What You'll Do. (Skills Used in this Position)

• Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365.
• Manage virtual server environments (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM).
• Oversee email systems, data backup solutions, and endpoint detection response (EDR) tools.
• Configure and maintain firewalls (Checkpoint and Cisco ASA preferred).
• Support multifactor authentication (MFA), SIEM, and SOC operations.
• Conduct security awareness training and write PowerShell scripts.
• Assist with disaster recovery (DR) planning, testing, and business continuity initiatives.
• Collaborate with third-party/managed service providers for IT functions.

Compensation Information

The expected salary range for this position is $100,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. This role also qualifies for comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.

This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to reference checks, education verification, employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client's background check policies and applicable laws.

TalentFish is an employee-owned company pioneering a new realm in talent acquisition. We are redefining IT staffing by evolving AI, video screening, and our unique platform. TalentFish focuses on providing the best employee, consultant, and client experience possible.

At TalentFish we are an Equal Opportunity Employer; we embrace and encourage diversity!