Sr. Network Engineer (on-site)

DCH • Tuscaloosa, AL

220d • Remote

About The Position

Designs and maintains a reliable, secure and efficient network environment. Be able to deploy, configure, maintain and monitor all wired and wireless equipment to ensure smooth network operation. Lead as a senior member on Technology team projects when called upon.

Requirements

• Minimum of High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates, technical, or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience and or industry standard certification may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Industry standard certification with emphasis on Wired and/or Wireless Networking required.
• Multiple IT Server and/or Networking certifications preferred.
• Specific experience in a 2000 user or greater environment is a requirement.
• 10 years of hands on IT server/network support experience required.
• 5 Years of IT network design experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of Wireless Networking, Network Routing, Network Switching, OSPF, VOIP and Network Security applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to make formal presentations required.
• Exhibits interpersonal skills and abilities to deal effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Possess strong skills in network troubleshooting with an emphasis on firewalls, routing and WAN technology.

Responsibilities

• Establishes network switch, router and firewall specifications and configuration by analyzing workflow, access, information, and security requirements.
• Performs router and switch administration, including interface configuration and routing protocols.
• Establishes a stable network environment by evaluating network performance issues including availability, utilization, throughput, and latency.
• Recommends the selection, installation, configuration, and testing of equipment; establishes connections and firewalls.
• Takes a technical lead in projects related to IT network management.
• Leads in developing networking policies and procedures.
• Prepares IT team members by designing and conducting training programs, providing references and support documentation.
• Plans future network upgrades by conferring with vendors; developing, testing, evaluating, and installing enhancements.
• Meets financial requirements by submitting information for budgets and monitoring expenses.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
• Protects the organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Develop and implement cost savings and performance improvement processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees