Network Engineer II

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a Network Engineer II to assure stability and integrity of Health System data communication, including LANs, WANs, voice, video and wireless services. You will design, implement, and support the network across multiple sites, with duties spanning installation, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

The role requires experience with LAN/WAN, VPNs, firewalls, and network security; you will also document configurations, train users, and support a team of IT professionals in a

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Information Systems or related field; four years of related experience preferred.
• Proven LAN, WAN and WLAN design and implementation experience.
• CCNA or equivalent networking certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist network capacity planning and assess near- and long-term needs.
• Respond to emergency network outages per continuity plans.
• Create and maintain network configuration and service records.
• Develop and maintain network policies, training, and disaster recovery plans.
• Deploy LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including servers, routers, and switches.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot network issues; document outcomes.
• Oversee upgrades of equipment and software; mentor junior staff.
• Ensure security solutions and HIPAA/PCI compliance.

Skills

LAN/WAN design

Network troubleshooting

Communication

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's degree in Information Systems or related field

Tools

Arista hardware

Cisco IOS

Fortinet Firewalls

Active Directory

VPN/SSL VPN

Windows platform

TCP/IP

Arista Cloud Vision

Cisco DNAC

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $63,875 - $103,800 / year

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

A team of more than 400 professionals,Health System Information Services (HSIS)works to keep UAB Medicine’s IT systems and infrastructure running smoothly to deliver quality care to our patients. Join our nationally ranked team at UAB Medicine, the No. 1 Best Large Employer in 2021 as ranked by Forbes magazine.

Job Description

The Network Engineer’s role is to ensure the stability and integrity of all Health System data communication. This includes voice, video, wireless and network services. This is achieved by planning, designing, and developing Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs) across the organization. In addition, the Network Engineer II will participate with the installation, monitoring, maintenance and support of all network hardware, software, and communication links.

The person will also diagnose, resolve, and document hardware and software network problems in a timely and accurate fashion, and provide team and end user training where required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist co-workers to assess near- and long-term network capacity needs.


• Respond to emergency network outages in accordance with business continuity and disaster recovery plans.


• Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records.


• Develop, implement and maintain policies, procedures, and associated training plans for network administration, usage, and disaster recovery.


• Deploy company LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including servers, routers, switches, UPSs, and other Network related hardware.


• Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry.


• Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades.


• Configure networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling business objectives and processes.


• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed.


• Receive and respond to incoming calls, automated alerts, notifications, and/or e-mails/ticketing system regarding network connectivity problems.


• Ensure network connectivity of all network devices


• Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information


• Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports.


• Participate in managing and maintaining all network security solutions.


• Manage and/or provide guidance to junior members of the team.

Qualifications

Associate's degree in Information Systems or a related field and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement.

• Proven experience and success with LAN, WAN and WLAN design and implementation


• Knowledge of routing


• An understanding of network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices


• Working technical knowledge of current network hardware, software, protocols, and standards, including VPN/SSL VPN, Network Design, Network Security, TCP/IP, Active Directory, Routing Protocols, Windows platform, Arista Hardware, Arista Cloud Vision Cisco IOS, Cisco DNAC, Fortinet Firewalls, 802.xxx wireless protocols


• Experience with firewalls and security protocols


• Ability to operate network component analyzers, scanners, and testers showing competence with testing tools


• Hardware troubleshooting experience


• Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives


• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws including HIPAA and PCI


• Certifications: CCNA or equivalent network experience


• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills


• Able to conduct research into networking issues and products as required


• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language


• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail


• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities


• Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment


• Strong customer service orientation


• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment


• Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time


• Ability to lift and install equipment into network equipment racks


• Available for afterhours on call support

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.