IT78 - Network Engineer

IT78 - Network Engineer

Network Engineer - Kelly IT Resources is a specialty service of Kelly Services , focused on the placement of professionals in contract, contract-to-hire and full-time employment positions across all IT disciplines. By matching the staffing needs of technical organizations with highly qualified information technology professionals, we place nearly 8,000 IT professionals on assignment each year. Kelly IT Resources helps you meet the challenge of global workforce flexibility by providing staffing solutions and job opportunities which are not only innovative and effective, but which are, above all, tailored to the needs of your business. Kelly has steadily become a worldwide authority on global employment solutions. Currently, Kelly IT Resources in search of a Senior Microsoft Active Directory/Exchange Engineer for one of our clients in the Northern Suburbs of Chicago. Job Synopsis Candidates will use their current active directory and messaging expertise to assist client s customers with the design, development and deployment of messaging and communication solutions. In addition, this position offers an excellent opportunity for an individual to further develop their skills with the new Microsoft Unified Communications technologies and solutions with mid-market and enterprise customers. Responsibilities Overview Proven design, planning and implementation experience with Microsoft Exchange 2007 and Exchange 2010 500+ seats . Proven design, planning and implementation experience with Windows 2003 and 2008 Server technologies. Experience with Unified Messaging UM or voicemail platforms a plus. Proven design, planning and implementation experience in competing messaging migrations to Exchange from Novell GroupWise or Lotus Notes a plus Experience in Quest Migration Tools a plus Experience in other messaging solutions such as anti-virus/anti-spam appliances and or applications, archiving solutions, mobility solutions or real-time collaboration solutions a plus Responsible for leadership and delivery of project based assignments that encompass system architecture, proof-of-concept and deployment services for Enterprise and Mid-Market customers. Responsible for managing smaller projects or segments of larger projects. Has moderate to heavy contact with middle and senior level executives. Requires proven project management and methodology skills. Support and lead solution group development initiatives through development of solution offerings, pre-sales support and marketing efforts. Perform system reviews of client telephony environments and prepare findings documents outlining short and long-term strategies. Facilitate and lead client configuration planning meetings for specific technology projects. Strong customer relationship skills and willingness to lead customers through successful challenging projects. Establish reputation as subject matter expert in assigned technology area. Business Requirements: Five years minimum experience in telephony and infrastructure technologies Two years minimum consulting experience Proven written and presentation skills to various audiences