Manager of Network Engineering
Responsibilities
We are looking for a Manager of Network Engineering to lead and evolve enterprise network capabilities across a multi-hospital system. This leader will play a critical role in driving strategy, operational excellence, and team performance across a complex, mission-critical environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a people-first culture, values collaboration, and can balance technical understanding with strong leadership and execution.
This is a contract-to-hire or full time/ direct hire position with our client which requires onsite support in Warrenville, IL up to two times per week.
- Lead end-to-end network engineering initiatives, including planning, design, implementation, and ongoing operations
- Manage and develop a high-performing technical team focused on enterprise network services
- Establish and execute network strategy and roadmap (routing, switching, wireless, firewalls, security)
- Ensure stability, reliability, scalability, and security of network infrastructure across the enterprise
- Partner with business and IT leaders to understand needs and deliver scalable technology solutions
- Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors
- Drive adoption of best practices, tools, and workflows to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning
- Lead or participate in governance forums to prioritize initiatives and align delivery
- Support continuous improvement and innovation through evaluation of new technologies and industry trends
- Ensure successful delivery of projects and operational readiness while proactively addressing risks and escalations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience managing enterprise systems, infrastructure, or network environments
- 2+ years of leadership experience (team management, mentoring, or leading projects)
- Experience within a large enterprise environment (healthcare strongly preferred)
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
- A collaborative leadership style with a strong emphasis on culture, engagement, and team development
- Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution oversight
- A valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance will be required
- Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
- Must demonstrate a “can-do” attitude
Technical Environment (High-Level Understanding Required)
- Switching (e.g., Cisco)
- Firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco)
- Load balancers (e.g., F5)
- LAN/WAN and wireless networks
- Network security and infrastructure best practices
What You’ll Do
Lead end-to-end network engineering initiatives, including planning, design, implementation, and ongoing operations
Manage and develop a high-performing technical team focused on enterprise network services
Establish and execute network strategy and roadmap (routing, switching, wireless, firewalls, security)
Ensure stability, reliability, scalability, and security of network infrastructure across the enterprise
Partner with business and IT leaders to understand needs and deliver scalable technology solutions
Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors
Drive adoption of best practices, tools, and workflows to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning
Lead or participate in governance forums to prioritize initiatives and align delivery
Support continuous improvement and innovation through evaluation of new technologies and industry trends
Ensure successful delivery of projects and operational readiness while proactively addressing risks and escalations
Compensation Range
$58.00 - $80.00 an hour
What You Get
- Weekly competitive pay
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K
About Us
Sentinel Technologies, Inc. has been rated a top workplace every year since 2012!
About Sentinel: Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs – from security, to communications, to systems & networks, to software applications, to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982, Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of today’s global technology leaders including Cisco, Dell, VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ), Chicago, and Springfield, IL; Phoenix, AZ.; Lansing, and Grand Rapids, MI; Milwaukee, WI; and Denver, CO.