Senior Network Solutions Engineer

Job Title:
Senior Network Solutions Engineer

Location:
Chicago, IL or Dallas, TX– Onsite 3 Days per Week

Type:
Initial Contract/Contract-to-Hire (Could Extend then Convert)

Pay Rate:
$98-102 per hour depending on experience during contract

Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, 401(k) with match, professional development, collaborative culture, work-life balance

Summary
Chamberlain Advisors is partnering with a leading equity derivatives clearing organization to hire an experienced
Senior Network Solutions Engineer.
This engineer is responsible for the ongoing design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise networking solutions across on-premises and cloud environments. This role executes day-to-day network changes as part of BAU operations, supports project delivery activities, and contributes directly to successful project closure. The engineer will collaborate closely with network engineering, security, and project management teams to identify risks, resolve issues, and remove delivery obstacles.
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What You Will Be Accountable For

• Design, implement, and maintain complex network infrastructure solutions across data center, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Execute routine and advanced networking changes as part of daily operations and BAU activities.
• Support project execution by providing architecture input, performing implementation tasks, validating requirements, and ensuring readiness for project closure.
• Work with cross-functional teams to assess risks, track issues to resolution, and eliminate roadblocks to project progress.
• Implement and optimize Cisco ACI and AWS networking solutions, including integration of network automation where applicable.
• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot LAN/WAN architectures and related technologies.
• Configure and maintain Cisco networking products, firewall platforms, and related security controls.
• Use network management and monitoring tools to maintain visibility, performance, and reliability.
• Create technical documentation, presentations, and status reports for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to project planning efforts, including timeline estimation, resource forecasting, and milestone definition.

What Qualifications You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field
• 7–10 years of experience implementing and supporting complex network solutions.
• Strong expertise with Cisco ACI, AWS networking services, and network automation practices.
• Proven ability to design and implement cloud networking architectures.
• Deep knowledge of core network protocols, concepts, and architectures.
• Advanced experience with Cisco networking technologies and platforms.
• Hands-on experience managing firewalls and applying operational firewall best practices.
• Extensive experience deploying and supporting LAN/WAN infrastructures.
• Cisco certifications preferred (e.g., CCNP, CCIE) or equivalent industry experience.
• Familiarity with network management and monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, ThousandEyes, DNAC).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present clearly and effectively.
• Ability to interpret project requirements, estimate resource needs, and contribute to milestone and timeline development.

About Our Client
Our client is one of the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organizations and is a foundation for secure markets. This client operates under the jurisdiction of both the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and now provides central counterparty clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms for options, financial futures, security futures, and securities lending transactions.

Why Work with Chamberlain?
Chamberlain Advisors is a veteran-owned business that provides human capital solutions through contract, contract-to-hire, direct-hire, and retained-search opportunities. Chamberlain candidates benefit from our unique hiring and interviewing process which has been designed to increase the likelihood that they will be successful in their job searches. This is achieved through our 5-step recruitment process, ensuring top-of-the-line candidate experience. Find out what makes us different; apply to Chamberlain today.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Chamberlain Advisors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Chamberlain Advisors complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall,