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2 results for Cloud Engineer in Chicago, IL
- Chicago, IL
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 175000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Network Architect</strong> to design, optimize, and future-proof our enterprise network environment with a strong focus on scalability, security, performance, and readiness for emerging <strong>AI-driven technologies</strong>. This role requires deep expertise in <strong>Cisco architecture</strong>, advanced routing and switching, and modern network design principles to support a growing and evolving business. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Design and lead enterprise network architecture across LAN, WAN, wireless, data center, and cloud-connected environments. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Develop network strategies that support <strong>AI futureproofing</strong>, including scalable bandwidth, low-latency design, resilient connectivity, and infrastructure readiness for automation and data-intensive workloads. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Lead architecture standards, roadmaps, and modernization initiatives across core networking platforms. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Serve as the subject matter expert for <strong>Cisco-based environments</strong>, including routing, switching, security, SD-WAN, and wireless technologies. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Evaluate current network performance, identify gaps, and recommend improvements for capacity, resilience, and operational efficiency. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Partner with infrastructure, security, cloud, and application teams to ensure integrated and secure network solutions. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Design high-availability and disaster recovery network solutions to support business continuity. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Guide implementation teams on best practices, configuration standards, and troubleshooting for complex network initiatives. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Maintain architecture documentation, diagrams, standards, and technical recommendations for leadership and engineering teams. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Assess new technologies and vendor solutions that align with long-term network and business strategy. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul><p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>7+ years of progressive network engineering and architecture experience, including enterprise-level design responsibility. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Deep hands-on experience with <strong>Cisco networking technologies</strong> in complex enterprise environments. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Strong expertise in routing, switching, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, QoS, VPNs, firewalls, wireless, and network segmentation. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Experience designing highly available, secure, and scalable networks across on-premises and cloud-connected environments. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Knowledge of network architecture considerations for <strong>AI, automation, and future-state digital transformation initiatives</strong>. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Strong understanding of network security principles, access controls, and performance optimization. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Proven ability to create architectural standards, lead network modernization, and support enterprise growth. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical strategy to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul>
- 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
- Chicago, IL
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 61.75 - 71.5 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a PAM Engineer to join a financial services organization in Chicago, Illinois in a hybrid contract role with a path to permanent employment, working onsite two days per week and remotely three days. This position focuses on strengthening privileged access management capabilities by designing secure solutions, improving access governance, and supporting a resilient security platform. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with PAM technologies, a strong understanding of access control best practices, and the ability to collaborate effectively across technical teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and advance privileged access management architecture that supports secure, scalable, and compliant access practices across the environment.<br>• Translate business and security needs into technical plans, detailed designs, and actionable implementation roadmaps for PAM solutions.<br>• Administer privileged accounts by applying best practices, improving service processes, and introducing automation where it adds efficiency and control.<br>• Define and maintain access policies, entitlement models, and user access controls to support least-privilege principles.<br>• Lead implementation activities for PAM platform configuration, deployment, maintenance, and ongoing health monitoring.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen PAM controls, address compliance expectations, and improve overall solution effectiveness.<br>• Create and maintain operational documentation, support procedures, and troubleshooting guidance for long-term platform support.<br>• Identify technical obstacles and operational risks, then drive resolution efforts to keep projects and security objectives on track.<br>• Establish secure session management capabilities and privileged workstation controls to better protect high-risk identities.
- 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z