Network Engineer (Onsite Position)

Riverside Hospital; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Hospital in Newport News, VA is seeking a Network Engineer to implement and support enterprise network systems across site locations. The role includes configuring Cisco, Aruba, and Fortinet gear, ensuring uptime, and coordinating with IT teams to maintain secure, efficient operations.

Qualifications include 5–6 years of relevant experience, CCNA certification, and a degree in IT or related field.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years relevant network experience (Preferred).
• CCNA certification required (Cisco Systems, Inc. or equivalent).
• CWTS certification preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements and troubleshoots enterprise-wide network technologies including switches, routers, and wireless systems.
• Installs, programs, and maintains network equipment and services to ensure uptime and efficient operations.
• Assesses and analyzes customer issues; provides technical diagnosis and general technical support.
• Tests and monitors network services to ensure secure and efficient operations; maintains documentation and system changes.

Skills

Network troubleshooting

WAN/LAN/WLAN

IP routing protocols

Network security

Multivendor equipment

End user support

Strong communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelors degree in IT or related field

Tools

Cisco Systems

Aruba

Fortinet

Job description

Newport News, Virginia

Hiring Range $68,000.00 - $93,500.00/Annual

Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Location: Newport News, VA (not eligible for remote work)

Overview

Implements and troubleshoots enterprise-wide network Technologies to include configuration of network switches, routers, network access control systems, wireless systems, firewalls, and related functions. Responsible for installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of network hardware and network links as well l as project management of network services initiatives and support of integrated systems.

What you will do

Provides technical expertise implementing and supporting various network systems throughout RHS. I.e.., Cisco Systems, Aruba, Fortinet.

Installs, implements, programs, and maintains network equipment and services to ensure uptime and efficient operations. Ensures system changes and system documentation are properly updated and maintained.

Assesses and analyzes customer issues. Provides technical diagnosis and general technical support. Troubleshoots network hardware and communications services related to network delivery. WAN, LAN, WLAN topology support. Implements solutions to maintain efficient operations and system integrity.

Tests and monitors network services and systems to ensure secure and efficient operations. Maintains software code and updates to best supported levels.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED, High school or equivalent (Required)
• Bachelors Degree, Information Technology or related field (Preferred)

Experience

• 5-6 years relevant network experience (Preferred)

Skills and Abilities

• Experience deploying and supporting multi-protocol IP backbone and access networks
• Experience in network security, routing, and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, IPSec or VPN
• Experience deploying, upgrading, maintaining, and troubleshooting multivendor network equipment and solutions
• Ability to evaluate new technologies and implement strategies for successful deployment
• Requires experience supporting end users
• Requires outstanding oral, written, and presentation communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and work with high-functioning teams
• Requires strong organizational skills and attention to details

Licenses and Certifications

• Cisco Certified Network Association (CCNA) - Cisco Systems, Inc. or other relevant associate level certification (Required)
• Certified Wireless Technology Specialist (CWTS) (Preferred)

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers .