Network Engineer

Apex Cybersecurity Solutions Network Engineer Remote
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The Apex team is seeking an Network Engineer. This role will require the right colleague to serve as a tactical and operational technical resource and to implement and oversee the computer networks that support in‑house voice, data, video and wireless network services. The Network Engineer manages, maintains, plans, schedules, integrates, and troubleshoots the overall network and its devices—WANs, LANs, WLANs, VPNs, VoIP, etc.—and

monitors network health. The Network Engineer will handle network installation planning, upgrades, cutovers, and testing. The Network Engineer will implement network security best practices and support Cisco Nexus, IOS and IOS‑XE routers and switches.

Apex Cybersecurity Solutions Inc, is a leading IT and Cybersecurity services firm based in Chicago, IL. A certified African‑American Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) that delivers several services to client businesses and organizations that Transform, Innovate and Protect systems through cybersecurity and information technology.

We are currently looking for a Network Engineer to join our Apex team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing tactical and operational technical support, as well as implementing and overseeing computer networks that support voice, data, video, and wireless network services. You will manage and maintain the overall network, troubleshoot issues, and ensure network health. Additionally, you will handle network installation planning, upgrades, and testing, while implementing network security best practices and supporting Cisco Nexus, IOS, and IOS‑XE routers and switches.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve or expedite incidents and problems with internal and external groups (Data Center team, application support teams, Monitoring NOC, vendors, ISPs).
• Configure and install network routers, switches, and wireless controllers, including handling IMAC requests.
• Perform day‑to‑day operational tasks to ensure network stability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and application owners to maintain operational redundancy of client services.
• Optimize bandwidth utilization and plan network capacity based on evolving customer needs, such as new applications.
• Work with the Senior Network Architect on design improvements, capacity planning, and changes in business requirements.
• Conduct vulnerability investigations and implement mitigations on network infrastructure to ensure compliance with PCI, HIPAA, and other network regulations.

• Current CCNA certification is required; CCNP certification is a plus.
• 3 years of experience in supporting multi‑site networks with 5000+ users is desirable.
• Familiarity with common network tools like bits set, loopback plugs, laser lights for fiber identification, etc.
• Hands‑on experience installing, configuring, and managing Cisco Prime, Cisco DNAC, Cisco ISE, Solarwinds, Infoblox, Palo Alto, and F5 is a plus.
• Self‑starting attitude with a strong desire to take ownership of managing the environment.
• Ability to keep skills sharpened with GNS3 or EVE‑NG.