Senior Network Engineer (IT)

Vernon Hills (Chicago), IL

Canon Medical Research USA, Inc. (CMRU) is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our IT team, providing 24/7 enterprise-level IT support for a mid-sized network environment, including LAN/WAN/WiFi/SDWAN, servers, switches, storage, and computing infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive technical expertise to manage network hardware, troubleshoot complex issues, and support Microsoft platforms such as Windows Server OS, M365, and Windows 11.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Ensure network infrastructure availability, reliability, and security, with a focus on timely problem resolution.
  • Manage daily IT operations, including:
    • Monitoring server performance and event logs
    • Ensuring data security and backup success
    • Installing and maintaining enterprise hardware and software
    • Managing antivirus server and update monitoring
  • Install, configure, upgrade, document, and troubleshoot network hardware/software, including PCs, servers, printers, and VOIP systems.
  • Administer and troubleshoot:
    • Windows Server 2016 and later, Active Directory, M365, antivirus software, backup solutions, Wi-Fi, VPN, SDWAN, ESXi, and Hyper-V hosts
    • AD user policies, directories, and security levels
  • Provide timely updates and clear communication about system-related issues and downtime.
  • Conduct training on hardware/software for end users.
  • Perform monthly off-hour maintenance on IT equipment.
  • Contribute to IT service desk activities as needed.

WHAT YOU BRING

  • B.S. required; M.S. in Information Technology preferred or combination of Bachelor’s degree and equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 10 years of Tier 2 IT experience, including 8+ years in a LAN/WAN computing environment.
  • At least 3-4 years of experience managing Next Generation Firewall infrastructure.
  • In-depth knowledge of LAN/WAN architecture (routers, switches, firewalls).
  • Strong understanding of storage networking protocols (iSCSI, FC, NVMe-oF) and hands-on experience with SAN, NAS, SDS, and HCI environments.
  • Experience managing snapshots, deduplication, MPIO configurations, and administering virtual machine datastores.
  • Ability to travel domestically up to 5% of the time.

Certifications (or equivalent knowledge/experience):

  • Next Generation Firewall
  • Microsoft Certifications:
    • Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert
    • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
    • Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
    • Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert
  • Cisco Certifications:
    • CCIE, CCNP, CCDE, CISM, CCNA
  • RedHat & Debian Linux (preferred)
  • VMware vCenter/vSphere
  • Hyper-V virtual environments

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Canon Medical Research USA, Inc. (CMRU) is a multi-modality R&D organization creating next-generation medical imaging systems. It is equipped with cutting-edge instrumentation, prototyping, hardware labs and scientific computing facilities to perform research targeted to pre-clinical and clinical CT, PET, MRI, Ultrasound and X-ray systems. For those who like to develop new technologies and research new ways of using them, Canon is a rewarding place to work, due to its focus on innovation as the lifeblood of new products.

CMRU is committed to recognizing and appreciating the variety of characteristics that make individuals unique in an atmosphere that promotes work/life balance and celebrates individual and collective achievement. We are especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their experience, education, research and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of our organization and the scientific and engineering community at large.

CMRU offers comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision benefits. Additionally, our employees enjoy:
  • CMRU funded HRA or HSA
  • 401(k)/Roth/Employer Match/Profit Sharing
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • Wellness stipend
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 14 Holidays
  • Professional Development Opportunities
Compensation
This compensation information is a good faith estimate and provided in accordance with state law. The base salary generally ranges between $120,000 - $145,000 annually. This range is an estimate based on an applicant’s skills, experience, training, and other business and organization needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

Our Way: Values in Action
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