Network Engineer II at Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo) in Phoenix, AZ

Job description

• Description

Responsibilities

• Participates in development of enterprise-level direction and strategy applicable to the network (on-prem/cloud) infrastructure; researches and evaluates current and emerging technologies and methodologies and makes recommendations for technology initiatives to meet Hopper network needs.
• Analyzes capacity and forecasts growth requirements while monitoring technology and industry trends and works closely with technology stakeholders to evaluate the uses of emerging technology to meet long-term business and operating strategy.
• Participates and leads in the evaluation of new technologies to determine their functionality, consistent with: Hopper technology standards; interoperability, reliability, and availability; supportability and expected return on investment; recommends hardware, software and communication media upgrades and enhancements to meet long-term needs; participates in lifecycle replacement planning
• Serves as primary administrator for a large, complex, multi-segment, wired and wireless network infrastructure, including Firewall, Switches, and Access Points and internet connections; designs, develops, installs, integrates and maintains the infrastructure incorporating multiple technologies, components, protocols and vendor products and systems; establishes network standards, including naming conventions and address protocols; utilizing a variety of software and tools, monitors and analyzes network traffic and capacity utilization to achieve optimal performance and availability; analyzes data to identify and resolve reasons for communications bottlenecks.
• Provides advanced engineer direction and guidance and manages network upgrades and conversions; develops and recommends network contingency and disaster recovery plans; develops specifications for network hardware, software and cabling upgrades and enhancements; participates with the IT Leadership to evaluate and recommend network and systems hardware and software; develops and recommends cabling and connectivity standards, uses and levels.
• Evaluates and recommends software, tools, and utilities to aid in monitoring and managing network performance and security; develops and maintains network documentation and reference tools.
• Performs advanced troubleshooting on network hardware, software, and connectivity problems; performs second/third-tier problem resolution.
• Troubleshoot second/third level technical support and systems administration tasks as escalated by Help Desk and partner teams.
• Configures, implements, maintains, and supports network hardware and software, and network management tools
• Involved in strategic planning, disaster recovery, and redundancy
• Provides detailed project management documentation for all major projects and strategic plans.

Requirements

• College degree with focus on network management
• Industry Standard Technical Certifications (FortiGate, Cisco, HPE, Azure, Meraki)
• 5-7 years of experience in network engineering, IT, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of systems and network engineering principles, methodologies, and tools.
• Experience with Networking Protocols, Hardware, and Infrastructure, such as Fortinet, Cisco/Meraki, Juniper, or
• Aruba.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
• Proficient with Network Fundamentals & Infrastructure
• Proficient in IT Security Fundamentals and Technologies
• Proficient in WAN and Telcom Technologies
• Healthcare IT Experience is a Plus

Skills

Required

• Network Fundamentals & Infrastructure
• WAN and Telcom Technologies
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Detail-oriented and highly organized

Preferred

• Healthcare IT Experience