The Planet Group is hiring: Sr Network Engineer II in Tinley Park
The Planet Group, Tinley Park, IL, United States
Job Title:Senior Network Engineer
Location:Remote – Preference for candidates near Elk Grove Village area Illinois, South Bend area Indiana, or Greater Indianapolis Indiana (not required)
Salary Range:$140,000
Job Title:Senior Network Engineer
Location:Remote – Preference for candidates near Elk Grove Village area Illinois, South Bend area Indiana, or Greater Indianapolis Indiana (not required)
Salary Range:$140,000
Introduction
We’re seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join a high-performing Infrastructure team at a growing technology organization undergoing multiple acquisitions. This is an opportunity to work with cutting-edge network and systems technologies in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have a passion for learning, a proactive mindset, and a deep technical foundation across networking, security, and systems.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Minimum 6 years of experience in network engineering
Advanced experience with Palo Alto Firewalls and Panorama administration
VLAN subnet design and implementation
Experience with OSPF and BGP routing protocols
Proficiency in VPN technologies, including IPSec
Strong experience with both Windows Server and Linux operating systems
Scripting proficiency in at least one language (Bash, PowerShell, Perl, or Python)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Ability to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation (every 4–7 weeks)
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Juniper, Cisco, or HPE Aruba switches (Juniper preferred)
Experience with enterprise wireless and NAC solutions
Familiarity with authentication technologies such as LDAP, Active Directory, and RADIUS
Exposure to AWS or Azure cloud environments
Experience with configuration management platforms (e.g., Ansible, Chef)
Experience with Disaster Recovery planning and monitoring tools
Relevant certifications: PCNSA, PCNSE, JNCIA, JNCIS, JNCIP, JNCIE, CCSP, ITIL, or others
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Evaluate, test, develop, and implement technical solutions that drive business value
Support and maintain infrastructure: switches, routers, load balancers, firewalls, compute, storage, and virtualization assets
Lead lifecycle management, upgrades, capacity planning, and major incident response
Coordinate closely with Engineering, Security, Architecture, and Support teams
Maintain uptime, performance, and operational integrity of systems and networks
Lead or support appliance/software upgrades and preventative maintenance
Document procedures, develop engineering drawings, and manage configurations
Solve problems independently and proactively propose solutions
Demonstrate leadership and influence across technical and business stakeholders
Company Benefits & Culture
Standard benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
Competitive salary with performance-based bonus potential
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative team culture with an emphasis on innovation and continuous learning
Remote flexibility with occasional travel as needed
#TECH #Remote
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type Contract
Job function
Job function Information Technology
Industries Staffing and Recruiting
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Location:Remote – Preference for candidates near Elk Grove Village area Illinois, South Bend area Indiana, or Greater Indianapolis Indiana (not required)
Salary Range:$140,000
Job Title:Senior Network Engineer
Location:Remote – Preference for candidates near Elk Grove Village area Illinois, South Bend area Indiana, or Greater Indianapolis Indiana (not required)
Salary Range:$140,000
Introduction
We’re seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join a high-performing Infrastructure team at a growing technology organization undergoing multiple acquisitions. This is an opportunity to work with cutting-edge network and systems technologies in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have a passion for learning, a proactive mindset, and a deep technical foundation across networking, security, and systems.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Minimum 6 years of experience in network engineering
Advanced experience with Palo Alto Firewalls and Panorama administration
VLAN subnet design and implementation
Experience with OSPF and BGP routing protocols
Proficiency in VPN technologies, including IPSec
Strong experience with both Windows Server and Linux operating systems
Scripting proficiency in at least one language (Bash, PowerShell, Perl, or Python)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Ability to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation (every 4–7 weeks)
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Juniper, Cisco, or HPE Aruba switches (Juniper preferred)
Experience with enterprise wireless and NAC solutions
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Exposure to AWS or Azure cloud environments
Experience with configuration management platforms (e.g., Ansible, Chef)
Experience with Disaster Recovery planning and monitoring tools
Relevant certifications: PCNSA, PCNSE, JNCIA, JNCIS, JNCIP, JNCIE, CCSP, ITIL, or others
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Evaluate, test, develop, and implement technical solutions that drive business value
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Lead lifecycle management, upgrades, capacity planning, and major incident response
Coordinate closely with Engineering, Security, Architecture, and Support teams
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Seniority level Mid-Senior level
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Job function Information Technology
Industries Staffing and Recruiting
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Planet Group by 2x
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