Friday, February 26, 2010

One Time Job Configuring an ASA

I am looking for someone with experience on ASAs who can take on a one time consultant job configuring an ASA. If you are interested, please let me know ASAP - Joanne (wagnerjo@cod.edu)

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Adjunct Computer Networking Instructor - Orland Park, IL

Company Name: ITT Educational Services
Job Title: Computer Networking Instructor - Adjunct
Location: Orland Park, IL
Profession: Higher Education - Faculty

Job Description:

At ITT Tech we are committed to helping men and women develop the skills and knowledge to pursue many opportunities in fields involving technology, criminal justice, and business.


The Computer Networking Instructor is responsible for providing quality instruction to students by ensuring student satisfaction through the classroom or laboratory setting according to the program objectives.


Key Responsibilities

Teaches material from approved curriculum and develops daily lesson plans to include instructional aids.
Participates in school retention initiatives by providing regular, accurate, and timely feedback to students and the school concerning academics, behavior, attendance, etc.
Motivates students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process.
Completes professional development and in-service activities in accordance with college standards.
Maintains expertise in subject area and recommends improvements in curriculum design.
Instructs students in laboratory safety procedures if applicable.
Performs duties in the Learning Resource Center as assigned.
When possible, participates in core course academic support programs, certification programs, and student professional associations.


Required Skils


REQUIREMENTS


Minimum 3 years applicable experience in network systems administration, network architecture, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, routers and switches, Windows and Linux based server and client environments, and 15 semester hours in the subject matter area is required.


Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred. Degree must be from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education.


Individuals with certifications such as MCSE, MCP, CNE, CCNA, CCNP, Network+, and Linux are preferred.


Evening hours may be required.


Excellent interpersonal, influencing, and presentation skills required.


Ability to utilize different methods and mediums in delivering course material.


Experience in organizing and writing reports and presentations of a technical nature.


Proven educational or administrative experience in critical thinking, problem solving and judgment skills.


Proficiency in Microsoft Office, the Internet, and management system software.


Proven track record of project completions, multi-tasking, and the ability to handle a high pressure environment with significant timeline pressures.


Past history of developing and maintaining constructive working relationships with others and maintaining them overtime.


Able to obtain and maintain licenses if applicable as required by state or accrediting commissions.

Source: jobs.netmirchi.com

Cisco Network Systems Analyst - Elk Grove Village, IL

Title:
Cisco Network Systems Analyst

Skills:
Cisco Routers and Switches, CCNA, CCIE, Visio, Excel, Word

Date:
2-24-2010

Description:
Upp, Technology, Inc. is a global provider of IT jobs and staffing, the IRMS software suite and innovative technology solutions. We help Commercial, Government, Healthcare and other clients achieve and sustain business value. Join us!

Consulting engagement at a major organization in the travel service industry.

Upp is now seeking a:

Cisco Network Systems Analyst to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot medium-size enterprise level router and switched networks. This includes design implementation and verification of connections to remote sites in a WAN. Strong understanding of switches and configurations.

DUTIES:

Construct an Microsoft Excel or Visio survey to collect detailed information about each application.
Assign application owners with limited guidance.
Work with the application owners to collect the data.
Ensure data collected is accurate and complete.
Enter the data into a Microsoft Excel/Visio/MS Word.

REQUIREMENTS:

Cisco Routers and Switch experience.
CCNA certification or like experience.
CCIE certification not necessary/overkill.
Visio/MS Excel/MS Word.
70% Documentation and reporting.
20% Interface and Communication.
10% Hands on Switch and router experience.
10% Hands on Switch and router experience.
Familiarity with applications technology areas (development platforms, middleware technologies, applications integration, mainframe applications).

Upp offers relocation assistance or non-tax travel funds. A full plate of benefits is offered for full-time employees of Upp, and we work with consultants on an hourly basis as well.

Upp provides Enterprise Systems Integration, Data Management, Infrastructure Support, Security & Compliance and Custom Application Development to leading organizations across the industrial spectrum.

For more on this and other opportunities with Upp, visit us at http://www.upp.com.

Upp Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

UPP Technology
3075 Highland Parkway
Suite 730
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Phone: (630) 493-7800
Fax: (630) 353-6917
Web: http://www.upp.com

Source: Dice.com

Network Engineer - Chicago, IL

Title:
Network Engineer

Skills:

Date:
2-23-2010

Description:
Sears Holdings Management Corporation provides corporate services to Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD) and its family of companies, including Sears Roebuck and Co. and Kmart Corporation. Sears Holdings Corporation is the nation's fourth largest broadline retailer with approximately 3,900 full-line and specialty retail stores in the United States and Canada. Sears Holdings is the leading home appliance retailer as well as a leader in tools, lawn and garden, home electronics and automotive repair and maintenance. Key proprietary brands include Kenmore, Craftsman and DieHard, and a broad apparel offering, including such well-known labels as Lands' End, Jaclyn Smith and Joe Boxer, as well as the Apostrophe and Covington brands. It also has the Country Living collection, which is offered exclusively by Sears and Kmart. It also has Martha Stewart Everyday products, which are offered exclusively in the U.S. by Kmart. We are the nation's largest provider of home services, with more than 12 million service calls made annually. Sears Holdings Corporation operates through its subsidiaries, including Sears, Roebuck and Co. and Kmart Corporation. For more information, visit Sears Holdings' Web site at http://www.searsholdings.com.Technical Specialists on the SHC Data Network Team that will be involved in both Operational support and Network Engineering with new Project work. Position involves operational support on day to day perspective as well as support project work that involves working with Firewalls, VPN Concentrators, Routing Protocol, SOX and PCI Compliance audits.

Qualifications:
Day to Day support activities for the Sears Data network. This includes being involved with service restoration teams representing the Data Network team and resolving business impacting network issues. Working with Firewalls, Routers and Switches and troubleshooting routing issues. Involved in Moves add or changes to the existing environment that may involved firewall changes, router updates, VPN adds or changes.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration,specialized computer systems training, or equivalent. Master's degree preferred.

2. Minimum of five years programming, procedure development, applications, systems or computer operations experience or equivalent.

3. Good knowledge of system analysis, logic diagramming, test debugging, system software, hardware computer operations and documentation standards.

4. Strong oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
5. Strong analytical ability.
Minimum of 5 years experience in current technology environments and hands on supporting LAN/WAN/VPN network environment, Firewalls, Content Engines, Wireless Networking; Switch Configurations, Internet Services,

Must be CCNA Certified - Cisco Certified Network Associate

Knowledge and troubleshooting skills that pertain to the following:

Routing Protocols: RIP, OSPF, EIGRP and BGP

MPLS Networks

Cisco Router and Switch: 2600, 3800, 6500

Native IOS, CATOS.

Firewall: Hands on PIX Firewalls, FWSM, Cisco Concentrators

Ability to troubleshoot DNS issues, Proxy Issues, FTP and TCP/IP Routing Issues

Monitoring Tools: Cisco Works, What’s UP Gold, MRTG, Sniffing tools, OPNET, Infinistream, Ethereal

Configuration, test and implementation of the following common types of networking equipment: switches; routers; wireless access points and controllers; CSU/DSUs.

Experience with command line (CLI) and GUI configuration of Cisco IOS devices is preferred.

Experienced components and functions of Ethernet networks (i.e. LAN switches, LAN cabling components, LAN cabling standards



A comprehensive and competitive benefit program is designed to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Benefits eligibility depends on employment classification, location, and other variables. Benefits offered include:



* Medical and Dental Plans

* Health Care and Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Accounts

* Short and Long-Term Disability

* Company Paid and Optional Life Insurance

* Business Travel Insurance

* Merchandise Discount

* Adoption Assistance

* Kmart Advantage Rx

* ConSern Loans for Education

* Worklife Solutions

* Voluntary Benefits

* Commuter Benefits

* Sears Holdings Corporation Associate Stock Purchase Plan

* 401(k) Savings Plan

* Vacation Time with Personal Days

* National Holidays


An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.


Sears Holdings Management Corporation
Phone: none
Fax: none

Source: Dice.com

WAN Engineer - Chicago, IL

Title:
WAN Engineer

Skills:
WAN, VPN, Cisco, routers, trading

Date:
2-22-2010

Description:
WAN Engineer

Our client is a well-established trading firm in downtown Chicago. They are adding a Senior WAN Engineer to their team on a contract - to - permanent basis.

As a member of this 12 person team, the consultant will assist in maintaining, configuring, installing, and testing network hardware and software in a primarily Cisco environment.

This position will entail a high-level of customer and vendor interaction. The consultant will take ownership of customer issues and drive them to completion. This position will require extensive VPN experience in support of the customers.

Requirements
2-4 years of Ethernet experience
3+ years of experience with Cisco Routers & Switches
FIX protocol experience is a plus
Firewall (PIX) experience is highly desired.
Excellent communication skills required!
Proven experience supporting a demanding customer base is desired.

Related Skills: WAN, Ethernet, Cisco, CCNA, CCNP, VPN, Routers, Switches, Trading, FIX, Protocol, routing, switching

Advance Search
950 Lee Street
Suite 205
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Phone: (847) 375-8100
Fax: (847) 375-8820
Web: http://www.advancesearch.com

Source: Dice.com

Network Engineer - Chicago, IL

Title:
Network Engineer

Skills:
Network Engineer; LAN, WAN, VPN, Security Engineer, PIX, ASA, Router, Switch, Wireless, Cisco, Firewall, configure, maintain, deploy

Date:
2-24-2010

Description:
Immediate Network Engineer in downtown Chicago within the healthcare industry. My client is seeking a Security focused Network Engineer and a LAN/WAN Focused Network Engineer, both 3-4 month contracts. If you are qualified and interested in this opportunity, please send your information to khoover@brooksource.com!

Our large healthcare client in downtown Chicago is seeking a Network Engineer to help deploy, configure and maintain their LAN/WAN infrastructure. This individual will work on a 7-man team and be responsible for supporting all Cisco hardware and documenting necessary changes/upgrades.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- CCNA
- 3-5 years of network support experience with Cisco Equipment
- Supported/configured 4500 series switches
- Associates or Bachelors Degree

Desired:
- CCNP or CCSP
- Experience with 6500 series switches
- WLAN knowledge and/or experience
- ITIL or other Change Management experience

If qualified and interested in this opportunity, please e-mail your information to Katherine at khoover@brooksource.com



Network Engineer; LAN, WAN, VPN, Security Engineer, PIX, ASA, Router, Switch, Wireless, Cisco, Firewall, configure, maintain, deploy

Dimple Patel
Brooksource
770 North Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60622
Phone: (312) 243-2670
Web: http://www.brooksource.com

Source: Dice.com

Saturday, February 20, 2010

CIsco Support Specialist - Chicago, IL

Cisco Support Specialist


Job Description:

The CISCO Support Specialist will provide network support methodology for delivering outstanding technology service and will then apply this knowledge by responding to client networking issues and requests. The CISCO Support Specialist will develop consulting skills through an internal training program and professional certifications. We prefer to promote from within our ranks

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide Level I and II support for network security, firewalls and IP Routing,
Support firewalls and security to solve client problems, often under time pressure
You will assist in security audits, intrusion detection, network design and implementation of firewalls and security devices.
Skills and Qualifications:


Knowledge and experience with Firewall technologies, including the Cisco PIX / ASA and Internet connectivity
Any exposure to routing and switching (MPLS, RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP and TCP/IP)
VPN technologies, including Cisco VPN Concentrators
Familiar with OSI troubleshooting, including T1/T3, and Ethernet
Cisco Wireless implementation a plus
Detailed knowledge of firewalls, information security and remote connectivity
Any security certifications a plus including (CCNP/CCIP/CCSP or CCNA with Cisco Firewall experience.
BS or equivalent experience in Infrormation Technology.
Knowledge or experience of Cisco partners and system intergrator.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to adapt work habits to a specified methodology

Source: Monster.com

Network Engineer - Chicago, IL

Title:
Network Engineer

Skills:
CCNP, MPLS, VLAN, OSPF, BGP, CISCO, IP

Date:
2-20-2010

Description:

A large communication services company is looking for a Network Engineer for
their Chicago land location. This person will be part of the technical
support services team serving as a SME in this customers NOC. As one of 5
Network Engineers responsible for third level technical assistance for this
clients customers and the Cisco IP environment.

This individual will be responsible for testing, implementing and
troubleshooting network change requests. Within this team they serve as a
point of escalation for the network monitoring and performance teams. They
are tasked with troubleshooting issues, determining root cause which could
be design, implementation or unintended side affects.

Looking for candidates with 5-7 years of directly related experience.
-CCNA/CCNP certification desired but not required
-Knowledge of OSPF, BGP, security and Cisco ASA or PIX firewalls required.
-VLAN routing
-Cisco SCE
-Cisco IP Networking
-Layer 3 switching/MPLS
-CDMA or EVDO nice to haves

Monday-Friday 1st shift however will need to be flexible for rotating
maintenance windows.

Join TEKsystems() and get your career on the fast track. As the leading
technology staffing and services firm, we are passionate about deploying
high-caliber IT and communications expertise. To satisfy our constant need
for expertise, we actively seek talented Technical Professionals with all
levels of information technology and communications skills. TEKsystems knows
that every professional has different needs, so we'll work together to
determine a suitable benefits package. We offer options to our Technical
Professionals that could include: a health plan, 401k, provisions for
vacation and holiday pay, and technical and professional training. With a
foundation as the nation's largest IT staffing firm, we've become a
billion-dollar services company by blending superior client service with an
unrivaled ability to source and manage talent to precise specifications,
resulting in successful technology executions. Allegis Group and its
subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. M/F/D/V

Carey,Richard
TEKsystems
1400 Opus Place, Suite 800
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Phone: (630) 795-3332
Fax: (630) 795-3390
Web: http://www.teksystems.com

Source: Dice.com

Friday, February 19, 2010

Network Administrator - Chicago, IL

Our client is in need of a Network Administrator for their Network Operations Center (NOC). This is a 6 month contract-to-hire in the West suburbs of Chicago.

Qualifications:

Associate’s Degree in Computer Science or related field required, Bachelor’s degree preferred or other specialized technical training.

Minimum 3 years experience in managing applications in production environments with a specialization in Networking.

Minimum 1-2 years in-depth experience with at least one enterprise-level hardware (Sun, HP, CISCO or Juniper)

Thorough understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and other networking concepts and technologies. Familiarity with frame relay, MPLS, administering firewalls, or analysis of sniffer packets a plus.

Advanced troubleshooting and problem resolution associated with applications and hardware as well as batch and backup job scheduling.

Ability to maintain high quality of work while supporting projects and operational activities.

Certifications are a plus (A+, Network+, MCSA, MCSE, CCNA, etc.).


Responsibilities:


Administrators supports day to day and project activities to ensure execution of applications on production systems. Works with development staff, engineering staff, service management staff to ensure application delivery (service levels) are met. This position includes diagnosing complex problems with applications, operating systems, and hardware. They also write scripts to implement automation of batch or backup processing.

They perform automation techniques to streamline the processing of batch and backups to ensure smooth and consistent operation.

They test and analyze scripts provided by others prior to implementation. Through the testing process, they analyze the results meet with expectations and will consult with the users and support personnel on the functionality of the script to determine an appropriate schedule for automation.

Maintains a forward-looking perspective to identify improvements in process, areas for automation, including writing of scripts to facilitate consistent and repeatable execution of recurring batch, backup and other processes. Identify areas for training opportunities.

Collaborates with development and engineering teams to identify requirements for and develop batch and backup job schedule programs.

Creates/Updates/Maintains batch and backup job schedule documentation to support efficient operations and audit requirements. Trains Computer Operations staff on schedules and processes.

Provides 2nd level troubleshooting of business applications and software, including analysis of problem, support for complex production systems and applications to ensure availability for the business and students. Provides expert knowledge of the applications used by the data center to facilitate improvements in the performance and effectiveness of the applications; this includes in-depth analysis of the application to troubleshoot problems with the application or software.

Jointly maintain knowledgebase of troubleshooting solutions and documentation.

Prepares and completes audit requests for batch, backup and scheduling to demonstrate compliance.

Mentor and train other team roles on established procedures and deployed technologies.

Provide escalated support and maintain communication with campuses and business units for related support activities.

Communicate with vendors to open incidents, troubleshoot vendor products and to obtain best practice recommendations.

Analyze statistics produced by systems monitoring to identify opportunities for improvement and utilization/capacity trends.

Sapphire Technologies is an EOE-M/F/V/D and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Randstad Holding nv, a € 17.2 billion global provider of professional employment services and the second largest staffing organization in the world.

Source: jobs.netmirchi.com

Help Desk Analyst II - Chicago, IL

Job Description


Support business software and hardware systems. Responsible for configurations, operations, assisting users with desktop computers, troubleshooting hardware problems and LAN issues. Install software, upgrades, evaluate install patches, and resolve software related problems.

Install software, upgrades, resolve software related problems.
Provide daily operation and administration support to IT development and each Detachment.
Provide Tier 1 & 2 technical support for the Help Desk and business operations as needed.
Trouble-shooting and support business application issues
Must have Microsoft system engineer certifications


All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.


Job Requirements


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 5 years .Net application support experience required

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree and a minimum

Computer Skills
Microsoft Office suite proficiency. Desired skills include Microsoft certifications, Security, CCNA.

Please send resumes via e-mail to Ryan Franklin at ryan.franklin@rht.com

Source: Dice.com

Network Engineer - Chicago, IL

Title:
Network Engineer

Skills:

Date:
2-18-2010

Description:
Sears Holdings Management Corporation provides corporate services to Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD) and its family of companies, including Sears Roebuck and Co. and Kmart Corporation. Sears Holdings Corporation is the nation's fourth largest broadline retailer with approximately 3,900 full-line and specialty retail stores in the United States and Canada. Sears Holdings is the leading home appliance retailer as well as a leader in tools, lawn and garden, home electronics and automotive repair and maintenance. Key proprietary brands include Kenmore, Craftsman and DieHard, and a broad apparel offering, including such well-known labels as Lands' End, Jaclyn Smith and Joe Boxer, as well as the Apostrophe and Covington brands. It also has the Country Living collection, which is offered exclusively by Sears and Kmart. It also has Martha Stewart Everyday products, which are offered exclusively in the U.S. by Kmart. We are the nation's largest provider of home services, with more than 12 million service calls made annually. Sears Holdings Corporation operates through its subsidiaries, including Sears, Roebuck and Co. and Kmart Corporation. For more information, visit Sears Holdings' Web site at http://www.searsholdings.com.Technical Specialists on the SHC Data Network Team that will be involved in both Operational support and Network Engineering with new Project work. Position involves operational support on day to day perspective as well as support project work that involves working with Firewalls, VPN Concentrators, Routing Protocol, SOX and PCI Compliance audits.

Qualifications:
Day to Day support activities for the Sears Data network. This includes being involved with service restoration teams representing the Data Network team and resolving business impacting network issues. Working with Firewalls, Routers and Switches and troubleshooting routing issues. Involved in Moves add or changes to the existing environment that may involved firewall changes, router updates, VPN adds or changes.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration,specialized computer systems training, or equivalent. Master's degree preferred.

2. Minimum of five years programming, procedure development, applications, systems or computer operations experience or equivalent.

3. Good knowledge of system analysis, logic diagramming, test debugging, system software, hardware computer operations and documentation standards.

4. Strong oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
5. Strong analytical ability.
Minimum of 5 years experience in current technology environments and hands on supporting LAN/WAN/VPN network environment, Firewalls, Content Engines, Wireless Networking; Switch Configurations, Internet Services,

Must be CCNA Certified - Cisco Certified Network Associate

Knowledge and troubleshooting skills that pertain to the following:

Routing Protocols: RIP, OSPF, EIGRP and BGP

MPLS Networks

Cisco Router and Switch: 2600, 3800, 6500

Native IOS, CATOS.

Firewall: Hands on PIX Firewalls, FWSM, Cisco Concentrators

Ability to troubleshoot DNS issues, Proxy Issues, FTP and TCP/IP Routing Issues

Monitoring Tools: Cisco Works, What’s UP Gold, MRTG, Sniffing tools, OPNET, Infinistream, Ethereal

Configuration, test and implementation of the following common types of networking equipment: switches; routers; wireless access points and controllers; CSU/DSUs.

Experience with command line (CLI) and GUI configuration of Cisco IOS devices is preferred.

Experienced components and functions of Ethernet networks (i.e. LAN switches, LAN cabling components, LAN cabling standards



A comprehensive and competitive benefit program is designed to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Benefits eligibility depends on employment classification, location, and other variables. Benefits offered include:



* Medical and Dental Plans

* Health Care and Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Accounts

* Short and Long-Term Disability

* Company Paid and Optional Life Insurance

* Business Travel Insurance

* Merchandise Discount

* Adoption Assistance

* Kmart Advantage Rx

* ConSern Loans for Education

* Worklife Solutions

* Voluntary Benefits

* Commuter Benefits

* Sears Holdings Corporation Associate Stock Purchase Plan

* 401(k) Savings Plan

* Vacation Time with Personal Days

* National Holidays


An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.








Sears Holdings Management Corporation
Phone: none
Fax: none

Source: Dice.com

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Cisco Network Systems Analyst - Elk Grove Village - 3 Months

Title:
Cisco Network Systems Analyst

Skills:
Cisco Routers and Switches, CCNA, CCIE, Visio, Excel, Word

Date:
2-17-2010

Description:
Upp, Technology, Inc. is a global provider of IT jobs and staffing, the IRMS software suite and innovative technology solutions. We help Commercial, Government, Healthcare and other clients achieve and sustain business value. Join us!

Consulting engagement at a major organization in the travel service industry.

Upp is now seeking a:

Cisco Network Systems Analyst to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot medium-size enterprise level router and switched networks. This includes design implementation and verification of connections to remote sites in a WAN. Strong understanding of switches and configurations.

DUTIES:

Construct an Microsoft Excel or Visio survey to collect detailed information about each application.
Assign application owners with limited guidance.
Work with the application owners to collect the data.
Ensure data collected is accurate and complete.
Enter the data into a Microsoft Excel/Visio/MS Word.

REQUIREMENTS:

Cisco Routers and Switch experience.
CCNA certification or like experience.
CCIE certification not necessary/overkill.
Visio/MS Excel/MS Word.
70% Documentation and reporting.
20% Interface and Communication.
10% Hands on Switch and router experience.
10% Hands on Switch and router experience.
Familiarity with applications technology areas (development platforms, middleware technologies, applications integration, mainframe applications).

Upp offers relocation assistance or non-tax travel funds. A full plate of benefits is offered for full-time employees of Upp, and we work with consultants on an hourly basis as well.

Upp provides Enterprise Systems Integration, Data Management, Infrastructure Support, Security & Compliance and Custom Application Development to leading organizations across the industrial spectrum.

For more on this and other opportunities with Upp, visit us at http://www.upp.com.

Upp Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

UPP Technology
3075 Highland Parkway
Suite 730
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Phone: (630) 493-7800
Fax: (630) 353-6917
Web: http://www.upp.com

Source: Dice

Friday, February 12, 2010

Jr. Network Administrator / Network Engineer - Chicago

Title:
Jr. Network Administrator / Network Engineer

Skills:
LAN / WAN, Cisco, Routers, Switches, VOIP, Citrix, Vmware, Active Directory, Network Administration, Network Engineer, Network design, Network support,

Date:
2-11-2010

Description:
We are looking for qualified candidates who are eager to join a great work enviornment and grow their skill set. If you're interested in this role email me at dpatel@brooksource.com.

Network Engineer
Experience:
* Possess strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and a desire to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment that emphasizes team-based development
* Keep current and educated on new network technologies
* Identifies and sponsor new initiatives
* Works independently and as a technical team member

Skill Set:
* 2+ years of LAN/WAN Experience.
* Configuring Cisco Routers & Switches experience is a must.
* Supporting small to medium size corporate environment experience is a must.
* CCNA certificate would be a great plus
* Experience setting up / designing networks.
* Working along side Sr. Network Engineers to troubleshoot high level network issues.
* Ability to work independently
* Troubleshoot minimal VOIP related issues. Basic understanding of VOIP.
* Configuration and maintenance of firewall and VPN
*

Additional Skills
* Citrix experience (vital) * Setting up servers / troubleshooting Citrix related issues
* Support VMWare, all/any virtualization
* Monitor / Troubleshoot Windows Server 2003/2008 issues
* Utilize Active Directory
* Support / troubleshoot Exchange 2003/2007
* Backup Exec
* Document Management System (DMS) experience is a plus
* General Desktop support
* Application Integration Specialist
* Strong Communication and Client Facing abilities

LAN / WAN, Cisco, Routers, Switches, VOIP, Citrix, Vmware, Active Directory, Network Administration, Network Engineer, Network design, Network support,

Dimple Patel
Brooksource
770 North Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60622
Phone: (312) 243-2670
Web: http://www.brooksource.com

source: dice.com

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Alpha Beta Gamma Honor Society

COD Students -

Alpha Beta Gamma is the Business and Technology honor society at College of DuPage. If you have at least a 3.0 GPA, 12 semester hours of completed credit and you are a business or technology major, you are eligible to become a member.

The deadline for membership applications this semester is February 19. Please contact Kathy Horton at Horton@cod.edu or the Business and Technology Division Office for an application form.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

MSDN Academic Alliance Software Available to COD Students!

As a Colllege of DuPage student, you are able to download the following software for FREE through the MSDN Academic Alliance Software Center:
Access 2007
Office Groove 2007
OneNote 2007
Project Professional 2007
SharePoint Designer 2007
SQL Server 2008 Enterprise (x86 and x64) – DVD
Visio Professional 2007
Vistual Studio .NET 2005 Professional – Full install
Visual Studio 2008 Professional Edition (x86) – DVD
Windows Server 2008 Enterprise and Standard – DVD
Windows Vista Business DVD
Windows Vista Business DVD with SP1
Win XP Pro 64bit Edition
Windows XP Professional with SP3 (Single User) ISO Image
Windows 7 Professional (x64)
Windows 7 Professional (x86)

It is free to download the software. There are a few titles you can buy CDs of and the cost varies depending on the software. You are only allowed to get one copy of each title no matter what method you use. Your login lasts only for the current semester. You can go to the following URL to see the software available (listed above):

http://msdn06.e-academy.com/elms/Storefront/Home.aspx?campus=cod_cis

All requests must come through your College of DuPage Instructor.

Monday, February 8, 2010

Cisco Network Systems Analyst - Downers Grove, IL

Title:
Cisco Network Systems Analyst

Skills:
Cisco Routers and Switches, CCNA, CCIE, Visio, Excel, Word

Date:
2-4-2010

Description:
Upp, Technology, Inc. is a global provider of IT jobs and staffing, the IRMS software suite and innovative technology solutions. We help Commercial, Government, Healthcare and other clients achieve and sustain business value. Join us!

Consulting engagement at a major organization in the travel service industry.

Upp is now seeking a:

Cisco Network Systems Analyst to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot medium-size enterprise level router and switched networks. This includes design implementation and verification of connections to remote sites in a WAN. Strong understanding of switches and configurations.

DUTIES:

Construct an Microsoft Excel or Visio survey to collect detailed information about each application.
Assign application owners with limited guidance.
Work with the application owners to collect the data.
Ensure data collected is accurate and complete.
Enter the data into a Microsoft Excel/Visio/MS Word.

REQUIREMENTS:

Cisco Routers and Switch experience.
CCNA certification or like experience.
CCIE certification not necessary/overkill.
Visio/MS Excel/MS Word.
70% Documentation and reporting.
20% Interface and Communication.
10% Hands on Switch and router experience.
10% Hands on Switch and router experience.
Familiarity with applications technology areas (development platforms, middleware technologies, applications integration, mainframe applications).

Upp offers relocation assistance or non-tax travel funds. A full plate of benefits is offered for full-time employees of Upp, and we work with consultants on an hourly basis as well.

Upp provides Enterprise Systems Integration, Data Management, Infrastructure Support, Security & Compliance and Custom Application Development to leading organizations across the industrial spectrum.

For more on this and other opportunities with Upp, visit us at http://www.upp.com.

Upp Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

UPP Technology
3075 Highland Parkway
Suite 730
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Phone: (630) 493-7800
Fax: (630) 353-6917
Web: http://www.upp.com

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Cisco Network Administrator - Chicago, IL

Title:
Cisco Network Administrator ~ Remote Support

Skills:
Cisco, CCNA, Routers/Switches/Firewalls and WAN

Date:
2-8-2010

Description:
Great client located in Chicago is in need of a Level II Cisco Network Administrator on a 3 - 6 month Contract-to-hire position. Interview next week, start thereafter!

This position is that of a full time administrator providing support for core network devices including firewalls, routers, switches, and intrusion prevention. Administrator will be supporting critical network WAN * MPLS infrastructure as well as LAN infrastructure for a global enterprise network across 50+ worldwide locations.

Knowledge Skills:

Hands-on experience implementing and administrating and troubleshooting network devices:
Cisco Firewalls
Cisco routers
Internet based IPSEC VPN tunnels
Previous responsibility for providing customer support

Demonstrable level of competence including:

A thorough understanding of the OSI network model, Ethernet, and TCP/IP networking
Strong level knowledge of IP routing OSPF, BGP, WAN technologies
Strong level knowledge of firewall policies, IDP
Strong level knowledge of LAN switching, VLANs
A practical level of experience implementing and administrating common TCP/IP-based services, including DNS, DHCP, HTTP, FTP, SSH, SMTP, etc.
Working knowledge of common network monitoring and security utilities
Troubleshooting focused on determining hardware vs. software, hardware vs. firmware, software vs. operating system, network vs. application/systems, and patterned vs. non-repeatable problems
5+ years of network administration preferred
Ability to prioritize and multitask
Willingness to learn new technologies and maintain industry knowledge
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Current Cisco CCNA preferred or higher
Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of technical expertise
Experience with Juniper OR Cisco Intrusion prevention devices

Basic Qualifications:

5+ years of experience as a Cisco Network Administrator

For IMMEDIATE consideration forward resume to Michael Fouraker at mfouraker@valcomtechnology.com

Lila Nelms
Valcom
Itasca, IL 60143
Fax: (630) 285-0064
Web: http://www.pccval.com

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Monday, February 1, 2010

Technical Support - Arlington Heights, IL

This position is responsible for providing technical assistance in the planning, and implementation of automated systems for a department or function. Data Services Customer Care Engineer I will provide technical assistance in identifying and defining issues; evaluate and identify the methods and means for resolution; implementing and communicating systems and procedures. Data Services Customer Care Engineer I needs to be sensitive to cost effectiveness and user requirements as well as overall objectives of the Information Services Dept. This position interacts with user clients, the Data Center, various IT internal groups, various departments within the organization, outside vendors and consultants. Data Services Customer Care Engineer I works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of identifiable factors. She/he will exercise judgement within generally defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. The Engineer will generally be assigned to a department or specific enterprise function for the purposes of coordinating specific business systems. This position will also entail obtaining all necessary information. Person must be a self starter, have attention to Detail, Professionalism and take ownership of problems from beginning to end. The engineers must possess the following attributes.
* Single point of contact for dedicated customers seeking technical assistance.
* Proactively monitor customers connections utilizing sophisticated network monitoring tools.
* Provides initial fault isolation, proactive maintenance, status of data circuits, and monitoring of customer network equipment.
* Ensure problems are satisfactorily resolved in a timely manner with focus on providing a high level of support for all customers.
* Once trouble ticket has been created keep customer informed of status of ticket and estimated time to repair.
* Assists in the rapid assessment of both the nature and severity of customer problems and initiates calls to various support organizations as needed.
* Assists in the collection of customer requested data such as traffic reports as needed.
* Use sophisticated tools to track all incoming and outgoing calls and tickets.
* Own calls from beginning to end.
* Four years of high school, vocational school, or equivalent
* Minimum one year work experience in a related area and/or time spent doing similar work that provides the background for the current position.
* Desired one of the following: CCNA,MCSE,NNCSS
* Good Customer service skills
* Self managing, self directing
* Quick to Learn New Skills
* Team Worker
* Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills
* Advanced Analytical Skills
* Persistent with Tasks
* Calm, Patient Under Pressure
* Good Communication Skills
* Experience in call center environment.
* Knowledge of Cisco Routers, Cisco Catalyst Switches, Cisco Local Director, Ascend Max Series Routers.
* Configuring Protocols on Cisco Routers.
* Working experience with network topologies such as: ISDN, Frame Relay, T1, T3, DS3, ATM, OC-3 (Sonet), and xDSL.
* Experience with different protocols such as: TCP/IP, ICMP, UDP, SNMP, SMTP, BGP, and OSPF, IPX.
* Familiar with network monitoring tools and ticketing systems such as Remedy, WFA tools, Netcool, Naviscore, EBTA, HP Openview and CiscoWorks.
* Knowledge of Operating Systems including Unix, Windows 95/98/ME/2000/NT/XP, Linux, Novell and Solaris.
* Understanding of LAN and WAN Internetworking Devices: Functions of Internetworking, Linking Devices (Repeaters, Bridges, Routers, and Gateways. Configuring, Routing IP Addresses, Subnetting and knowledge of Frame Relay and ATM Switches.
* Knowledge of Nortel Networks Router Management plus configuration skills of Nortel equipment.
* Knowledge of VPN/RAS, VoIP Gateways, Unified Messaging, Carrier Circuits, Analog and Digital.
* Knowledge of Internet services such as: DNS, Radius, SIMS, LDAP, NIS, DNEWS, etc.

CANDIDATES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY AND ALL SHIFTS, INCLUDING 3RD, WEEKENDS, HOLIDAYS

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