Network Systems Support - Maintenance

job summary: Are you a networking professional looking for a role that balances technical hands-on work with strategic coordination? Our client, a growing industry leader known for its stability and employee-centric culture, is seeking a Network Maintenance Coordinator to join their team in a newly created role. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a hybrid environment, values work-life balance, and is looking for a company that actively promotes from within. As the Network Maintenance Coordinator, you will be the bridge between proactive planning and reactive technical support. You will ensure the network infrastructure remains robust, compliant, and up-to-date. location: Peoria, Illinois job type: Permanent salary: $60,000 - 75,000 per year work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Associates responsibilities: Infrastructure Triage: Support remote troubleshooting and coordinate maintenance activities to ensure 24/7 network reliability. Lifecycle Management: Oversee the installation, configuration, and patching of network devices, hardware, and software. Compliance & Licensing: Manage contract renewals and software license due dates to ensure continuous operational efficiency. Security & Optimization: Implement IT security policies, conduct vulnerability assessments, and use scripting to automate repetitive tasks and reduce downtime. Documentation: Maintain precise records of network configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and hardware inventory. Vendor Relations: Liaise with vendors for warranty claims, upgrades, and maintenance services. qualifications: - Networking Foundations: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Subnetting, and VLANs. - Routing, Switching, and VPN configuration. - Proven experience in network troubleshooting, routing/switching, and configuration. - Proficiency with network diagnostic and monitoring utilities. - Basic scripting skills to streamline network processes and system administration. - Our client provides an Annual base salary (exempt) with a full benefits package, including but not limited to: immediately vested 401k matching after 3 months, PTO, health, dental and vision. This position is bonus-eligible for discretionary annual bonus. -Location: Peoria, IL and surrounding area. Travel radius ideally within an hour's drive for attending onsite work requirements, but possible flex for the right candidate. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.