Lead, Network Engineer

As a Network Engineer at Northern Trust, you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing network changes while providing support to the network operations team. You will need to have experience working in high-impact environments where exceeding expectations is the norm. **Key Responsibilities:** - Define and document Network Engineering Standards - Create Low Level Design documents based on High Level Design requirements - Develop detailed Implementation Plans for all engineering activities - Procure resources for new service build and delivery projects - Ensure smooth transition and handover to Operations as per agreed processes - Manage Technical Lifecycle for Network & Communications services - Support Architecture in creating and maintaining a Delivery Roadmap - Assist in scoping activities for High Level Design production - Conduct Proof of Concept activities - Keep skillsets updated to deliver change effectively and provide high-level support - Provide escalation support for complex troubleshooting of Major Incidents - Offer on-call escalation support and work extended hours when necessary **Core Skills & Experience:** - Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in network solutions within a global enterprise scale organization - Expertise in designing and building resilient and scalable network solutions, preferably in finance or investment banking - Understanding of network principles, global financial services business models, and compliance standards - Knowledge of automation, orchestration, and scripting against an API - Strong understanding of Layer 2, Layer 3 & Layer 4-7 network technologies - Familiarity with testing tools and networking techniques for troubleshooting complex technical problems **Technical Skills & Experience:** Expertise in: - Network Routing, Switching, and Network Security - Cisco, Juniper Routers & Switches - Checkpoint, Cisco ASA Firewalls - Cisco, Silver-Peak SD-WAN Desirable knowledge of: - Public Cloud - Azure Sentinel **Technical Certification:** - CCNA, CCNA Security, CCNP Routing & Switching - Check Point CSSE - SD-WAN - ITILv3 foundation or higher **Personal Attributes:** - Highly organized and able to work well under pressure - Good problem management and customer service skills - Positive attitude and ability to remain positive under pressure - Strong communicator, both written and verbal - Embrace the philosophy of treating customers fairly - Act with integrity and adhere to company working practices Northern Trust offers a flexible and collaborative work culture where you can achieve greater. Join us in a workplace committed to assisting the communities we serve. Apply today and be part of one of the world's most admired and sustainable companies. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the employment process due to a disability, please contact our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com. We value inclusivity and understand that flexibility means different things to different people. Let's achieve greater together.,