Network Engineer

About the role

Operates a company's internal data communications systems, including LANs and/or WANs. Plans, designs and implements networked systems, including configurations, supporting/troubleshooting network problems and coordinating with vendors for installation of such items as routers, bridges, concentrators and switches. Works on project implementation. Provides training and assists with proposal writing. Conducts project planning, cost analysis and vendor comparisons.

Responsibilities

• Operate internal data communications systems (LANs and/or WANs)
• Plan, design, and implement networked systems including configurations
• Support and troubleshoot network problems
• Coordinate with vendors for installation of routers, bridges, concentrators, and switches
• Work on project implementation
• Provide training and assist with proposal writing
• Conduct project planning, cost analysis, and vendor comparisons

Benefits

• Healthcare insurance through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois (eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full-time employment; premiums subsidized by Synectics)
• Dental plan through MetLife (eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full-time employment)
• Vision insurance through VSP (eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full-time employment)
• 401(k) Plan (Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan) available to employees age 21 or older on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year of employment