Senior Network Engineer

SIMON•Little Rock, AR

12d

About The Position

The Senior Network Engineer applies engineering principles and practices to develop, implement, and manage IT Systems throughout the Simmons Bank IT Infrastructure. They play a vital role in ensuring that Simmons’ IT systems function effectively and efficiently while meeting the needs of the systems’ end users. They will be responsible for troubleshooting complex technical issues and collaborate across the unit’s areas to integrate, innovate, and drive productivity.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical diagrams, procedure manuals, general business correspondence and/or journals or government regulations.
Ability to write simple-to-business correspondence, routine reports, and procedures.
Ability to effectively speak, respond to questions, and present information to the following: one-on-one /small groups, customers, employees, clients, managers, top management, public groups, board of directors, and the public.
Associate’s degree or higher preferred
Ten plus years of experience as a technical engineer or equivalent
Skilled in use of Office automation tools (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.)
Advanced understanding of networking, cloud computing, server architecture, data management, and/or banking business processes.
Multiple certifications in applicable technical applications preferred
Banking Certification or experience a plus
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational, problem solving, and planning skills with the ability to set priorities.
General banking knowledge preferred.
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Systems Analysis
Communication
Decision Making
Problem Solving
Project Management

Responsibilities

Understands and utilizes existing infrastructure and business processes to improve efficiency.
Provides troubleshooting and support on applicable applications.
Exhibits advanced expertise in assigned business or technical application systems.
Designs and participates in testing for applications or technologies.
Leads the successful deployment of new technologies and/or enhancements to existing systems.
Coordinates with other technical and business leaders to achieve desired results.
Acquires and maintains application expertise through three or more certifications and educational programs.
Serves as a subject matter expert and trains/mentors level 1 and 2 engineers.
Complies with bank policies as applicable to this position.
Ensures that all departmental documents and activities are performed in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures applicable to this position, including completion of required compliance training.
Designs and deploys complex updates to software applications.
Participates in a leading role on IT related projects as assigned.
Serves as primary technical liaison with hardware and software partners.
Leads and/or develops appropriate technical documentation.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.