Senior Network Engineer

Singing River Health System • Ocean Springs, MS

39d • Onsite

About The Position

Develops and deploys plans and designs of network systems that will meet an organization's requirements for performance, security, and compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Conducts network architecture design, feasibility, and cost studies. Defines monitoring, maintenance, expansion, contingency, and recovery plans and strategies to ensure the network is responsive to changes in demand. Troubleshoots network issues and develops appropriate solutions, resources, and deployment processes. Keeps informed of the latest technologies to enhance knowledge of networking hardware, software, and best practices.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in network engineering, with a strong background in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-level networks.
• Proficiency in network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, etc.).
• Experience with Cisco network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and software (network management and monitoring tools).
• Knowledge of cloud networking and virtualized environments.
• Demonstrated Experience with Cisco and Palo Alto Networking/Firewalls.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities.
• Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
• Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels.
• Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required.
• Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
• Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
• Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or applicable years of experience with related certifications in lieu of degree.
• Certifications in Cisco CCNA/CCNP/CCIE are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and deploys plans and designs of network systems that will meet an organization's requirements for performance, security, and compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Conducts network architecture design, feasibility, and cost studies.
• Defines monitoring, maintenance, expansion, contingency, and recovery plans and strategies to ensure the network is responsive to changes in demand.
• Troubleshoots network issues and develops appropriate solutions, resources, and deployment processes.
• Keeps informed of the latest technologies to enhance knowledge of networking hardware, software, and best practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED