Systems Engineer- Senior Lead Networking Specialist

Systems Engineer - Senior Lead Networking Specialist

• Contract
• Compensation: USD 50 - USD 75 - hourly

At Burwood Group, we’re more than a technology consulting firm, we’re a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators who help organizations turn technology into meaningful business outcomes. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, we’ve grown into a nationwide team of experts committed to making a real difference.

Our purpose starts with Customer Focus. We put our clients at the center of everything we do - listening, understanding their challenges, and delivering solutions that drive impact. We believe in ownership, collaboration, and growth. Our people aren’t just employees; they are innovators shaping the future of our clients’ success. At Burwood, you’ll work alongside talented professionals, tackle exciting challenges, and develop skills that elevate your career.

If you’re ready to make an impact, learn continuously, and grow within a culture that values your unique strengths, Burwood Group is the place for you.

W2 Contract to hire

2 months

Immediate

Up to $75

Hybrid 1-2 days in office

The Senior Lead Networking Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex network infrastructures, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless, and data center environments, with a focus on scalability and high availability. In addition, this specialist will be responsible for evaluating current network systems and participating in the identification, development, and implementation of industry standards and security best practices.

• Design, develop, analyse, troubleshoot, and document computer networks (such as Juniper and Cisco systems) and infrastructure.
• Lead major network projects to support capacity growth, upgrades, new products/features, and integration.
• Maintain in-depth up-to-date knowledge of standards, guidelines, industry trends, etc., for the Networking discipline, including LAN, WAN, SD-Wan, Wireless, Data Center networking and firewalls. Lead the team in the implementation of these standards.
• Execute comprehensive scopes of work in alignment with assigned implementation plans, including system architecture builds, testing protocols, technical documentation, and end‑user training.
• Contribute to the development and analysis of network designs and protocols including prototyping and assessment.
• Lead end‑to‑end planning, engineering, forecasting, and implementation efforts for moderately complex network systems, proactively identifying and aligning resource requirements to ensure optimal performance and scalability.
• Recommend changes in maintenance and systems standards, training support personnel on the conversion and implementation of the system.
• Ensure compliance with change control processes and adherence to standards.
• Participate in the diagnosis, isolation, and resolution of network problems, providing root cause analysis.
• Proactively identify potential issues in the production environment and help recommend potential solutions. Work cross‑functionally to accomplish assignments.
• Interact with internal and external peers and managers to exchange complex information related to areas of specialization.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and on‑the‑job training to more junior engineers.
• Partner with the Information Security team to assess risk of threats to the network and ensure that appropriate actions are taken in a timely manner.
• Conduct and complete additional assignments/projects as designated by management.

• Bachelor’s degree required. Focus on Computer Science or related discipline preferred.
• Certifications in Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, and/or Aruba are preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in IT infrastructure and networking, with a strong background in network design, planning, and implementing scalable, highly available, and mission‑critical network environments.
• Advanced knowledge and expertise in Juniper,
  Cisco, and Palo Alto Networks required.
• Experience with a variety of routing protocols and IP Addressing required.
• Demonstrated experience in…