Network Engineer III

West Tennessee Healthcare; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN seeks a Network Engineer III to manage enterprise WAN/LAN infrastructure and security monitoring. This day shift role involves coordinating with functional departments, developing proposals, and implementing network solutions.

The engineer may be required for on-call support 24/7, with opportunities to mentor junior engineers and contribute to hospital-wide IT initiatives. Relevant CCNA/CCNP or security certs are preferred.

Qualifications

• Six+ years of work experience with networks and information security.
• Four years with SIEM tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• CISSP/CISM/CCNA/CCNP or equivalent certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead or participate in WAN/LAN design selection and evaluation with stakeholders.
• Install, upgrade, configure and support enterprise WAN/LAN equipment.
• Develop and deliver project plans, documents, and user training.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support for network issues.
• Perform service cost analyses and feasibility studies.

Skills

Project management

WAN/LAN design

Information security

SIEM tools

Leadership

Pre-contract negotiation

Network engineering

Security monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

SIEM tools

CCNA/CCNP

Job description

Category:TechnicalCity:JacksonState:TennesseeShift:8 - Day (United States of America)Job Description Summary:Demonstrates proficiency in project management; demonstrates proficiency in the use of project management tools. Participates in or provides leadership in the WAN/LAN design selection and evaluation process in coordination with functional departments. May develop a request for proposals and be involved in the pre-contract negotiation of information systems. Install, upgrade, configure and support enterprise-wide WAN/LAN equipment. Evaluate, configure develop and test network and systems application software to ensure proper functionality at the network infrastructure level. Develop and provide ongoing WAN/LAN security monitoring to safeguard patient data. Under the direction of the Lead Network Engineer, responsible for an assigned shift as scheduled and for responding to problems 24 hours a day 7 days a week. The employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the hospital.ResponsibilitiesDevelops and implements I.S. applications using project management. Completes phases of the project including analysis, design of tables and files, report formats and matrices, testing, user training, documentation, implementation and follow up.Analyzes and completes I.S. maintenance activities and end-user change requests.Investigates, analyzes, and resolves I.S. user and system problems.Contributes to a positive team environment.Develops inter-departmental relationships.Ability to give formal presentations at all levels.Mentors Network Engineers.Actively contributes to functional teams.Performs cost analysis and feasibility studies.Actively supports the six pillars of the organization: High-Quality Healthcare; High-Quality Customer Service; Financial Strength; Community Value; Employee Satisfaction; Ethics and Compliance.Completing all hospital-wide orientation, complying with policies, and accepting personal responsibility for mandatory in-service requirements.Other duties as assigned.Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.QualificationsEDUCATION:Prefer Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline or equivalent experience.LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION:Certifications preferred but not required: CISSP, CISM, CCNA, CCNP, GSEC or other related security certification (may be acquired during the first year of employment as a Network Engineer III – refer to policy # 3900 for specific requirements).EXPERIENCE:Six plus years of work experience with knowledge of networks and information security.Four years with SIEM toolsNONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENTWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.