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# IT Consultant

- **Company:** Topel Forman
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, IOS Applications, Hyper-V, Networking Hardware, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Microsoft Software, Windows Servers, Network Attached Storage (Server Appliance), SQL Databases, Wi-Fi Technology, Office365, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Cisco, Vmware
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_8413b9af5

## About the Role

* Personable and approachable.
 * Professional demeanor with a strong business acumen.
 * Comfortable working with a high level of autonomy.
 * Comfortable working and collaborating with a team.
 * Engenders a high degree of project ownership.
 * Ability to manage time well with a focus on generating billable hours.
 * Excellent troubleshooting methodology with an ability to research solutions for new problems.
 * Strong sense of operational security with a duty to maintain integrity of sensitive client data.
 * Ability to liaise with vendors and manage project budgets.
 * Excellent organizational and intercommunication
 * Eagerness to learn new technologies and methodologies.

Technical Proficiencies

 * Ability to design, troubleshoot, and maintain IT Infrastructure.
 * Strong working knowledge of workstation operating systems.
 * Experience with VMWare, Hyper-V, Cisco, NAS/SAN Storage, VPNs, Exchange, O365, SQL.
 * Configure and maintain Windows Server / Active Directory / Group Policy.
 * Install and manage firewalls, switches, Wi-Fi, and other network hardware.
 * Ability to troubleshoot & maintain Android and iOS mobile devices.
 * Documentation of processes, standards, and procedures for client systems.
 * Research and implement new hardware, applications, and IT related services., * Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or similar.
 * 5-7 years working in the Information Technology field
 * Relevant software certifications are a plus.
 * Microsoft, Cisco, VMWare, CompTIA, etc.

Remote Work Internet Policy

Internet requirements for working remotely: We require an internet plan with the following minimum upload and download speeds for best connection: 100+ Mbps download and 20+ Mbps upload. Home Wi-Fi should be password protected.

Additional Requirements:

 * Valid driver's license required
 * This position can be very active and requires physical activity at times such as standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, lifting, and climbing.



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