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Swoon

Network and Systems Engineer (IT Generalist & Security Focus)

Swoon, New Lenox, Illinois, United States, 60451

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Network & Systems Engineer (IT Generalist & Security Focus) On-site | New Lenox, IL

Were partnering with a well-established organization in the healthcare industry to hire a

Network and Systems Engineer

a versatile, hands-on IT professional who can manage and secure the companys full technology environment. This role is

100% on-site

at the New Lenox, IL headquarters and requires daily in-person support for users, hardware, and network infrastructure.

About the Role As a key member of the IT team, the Network & Systems Engineer will design, maintain, and secure the companys network and server environment while providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 support across all systems. Youll manage everything from network security and database administration to ERP support and e-commerce integrations

perfect for someone who thrives as a technical jack of all trades.

Key Responsibilities Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for hardware, software, and user devices (desktops, laptops, mobile, peripherals). Administer user accounts, Active Directory/Azure AD, and Windows systems. Design, implement, and maintain LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi networks for performance and security. Configure and manage firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and security policies. Conduct network security audits, vulnerability assessments, and incident response. Support and maintain the ERP system ( Prophet 21 by Epicor ) including reporting, data integrity, and performance. Manage SQL Server and Microsoft Access databases

backups, tuning, and security hardening. Develop and maintain reports using

SAP Crystal Reports

and SQL queries. Assist with API integrations and reporting automation. Support the technical and connectivity aspects of the

BigCommerce

e-commerce platform. Oversee IT asset management, inventory, and hardware lifecycle.

Required Skills & Experience Proven experience as a

Network Engineer ,

Systems Engineer , or

IT Generalist

with a cybersecurity focus. Strong knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls). Hands-on experience with

Windows OS

(desktop and server) and

Active Directory/Azure AD . Proficiency in

SQL

and

Microsoft Access

for database management. Experience with

Prophet 21 (P21)

and

SAP Crystal Reports

is required. Familiarity with

API integrations

and e-commerce platforms (BigCommerce preferred). Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills. Must be available to work

fully on-site

in New Lenox, IL.

Preferred Qualifications Experience with

Linux

systems. Familiarity with

Power BI

or

Tableau

for business intelligence. Certifications such as

CompTIA Network+ ,

Security+ ,

CCNA , or

CISSP . Knowledge of

cloud networking

(AWS, Azure, GCP). Scripting experience with

PowerShell

or

Python .

Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity for a technically curious and self-driven IT professional who enjoys variety, autonomy, and making a direct impact. Youll play a vital role in maintaining secure, efficient, and modern systems that power critical operations every day.