Modis is currently seeking a qualified CCNA Certified Network Engineer for exciting contract opportunities with our nationwide Telecommunications clients in the greater Chicagoland area. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The CCNA Network Engineer will be working to provide LAN and WAN design, implementation and support services to enterprise business customers in the Chicago area. Candidates must have excellent Cisco Networking experience, including a thorough understanding of Layer 1-Layer 3 technologies. Minimum technical requirements include demonstrated real-world experience in the installation and support of Cisco Enterprise Routers and Cisco Catalyst Switches at a customer site. In addition to Cisco Routers and Switches, candidates should have a good foundation in data circuits and transports. Strong Frame Relay, ATM, IPFR and MPLS experience is required in addition to strong Cisco Router configurations using advanced WAN protocols BGP, OSPF and EIGRP. Candidates should also have experience working with Network Management & Monitoring Tools, such as HP OpenView, VitalNet, NetView, etc as well as ticketing tools (Remedy, Peregrine, HEAT, Magix). The ideal candidate will be highly customer focused with demonstrated experience in the above areas. REQUIRED SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS - An active CCNA certification or higher is required. - Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with Cisco Routers & Switches, including configurations with BGP, OSPF an EIGRP protocols - Intermediate experience with ATM, Frame Relay, VoIP and MPLS is required - Strong Layer 1-Layer 3 support - Experience with WAP/WiFi and Wireless protocols is preferred - Experience with VPN concentrators/Firewalls and security is preferred ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/HOW TO APPLY For immediate consideration, please respond to (see below) with your updated MS Word resume and contact information. Pay Rate: $30-$38/hour W2 Duration: 12 Months 36 Months Locations: Arlington Heights, IL; Lisle, IL; Hickory Hills, IL *Please note that qualified candidates MUST be eligible to work in the US for any employer without the need for visa sponsorship. We offer W2 rates only so please no Independent Contractors, Corporation or Recruiter inquiries* To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here