Senior Network Architect

Memorial Health; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Memorial Health in Illinois is seeking a Senior Network Architect to lead the design and implementation of enterprise solutions across wireless, firewall, network and data center technologies. You will shape governing standards and procedures for the organization’s network architecture.

The role requires a CCIE-level certification or equivalent, 10+ years of enterprise experience, and strong leadership, communication, and project-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.
• CCIE-level certification or equivalent.
• 10+ years in enterprise/network architecture and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Cisco network infrastructure performance and availability.
• Develop and implement enterprise-level networking solutions.
• Lead troubleshooting for Severity 1 and 2 incidents.
• Coordinate with project teams and vendors for successful outcomes.
• Develop and maintain current network architecture documentation.

Skills

Enterprise Routing

Data Center Switching

Wireless Networking

Firewall & Security

Network Architecture

Leadership

Project Management

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelors in CS / MIS

Tools

Cisco IOS

Network Monitoring Tools

Job description

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.

Position Type: Hybrid

Job Description Summary: Leads the design and implementation of Enterprise solutions focused in the areas of wireless, firewall, network and data center technologies. Creates the governing principles around network architecture across the organization. This individual is also responsible for defining the network architectural standard processes and procedures.

Please note you must reside in one of the following states in order to be considered: Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, or Wisconsin

Hours: 8am - 4:30pm Mon - Fri

On call responsibility: Some night and weekend Level 4 support is necessary only as needed and can be done remotely

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the Principle Duties & Responsibilities of the job. Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or technology related field preferred.
• Licensure/Certification/Registry: Advanced Networking Certification equivalent to CCIE level required.

Experience:

• Ten (10) years experience in developing enterprise and/or data architectures preferred. Mentoring teams of up to ten resources, project planning, implementation, technical documentation, training, technical support and troubleshooting in Enterprise environment.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Experience and expertise in the areas of Enterprise Routing and Switching, Data Center switching, Wireless, Firewall and Security.
• Expert knowledge of current LAN switching, Wireless, Security technologies, and Data Center Switching.
• Understanding of all facets of enterprise network.
• Enterprise network integration experience required; including assessment, installation, project management, and documentation expertise necessary.
• Ability to assess, develop and implement creative solutions to ensure appropriate cost of ownership of existing systems.
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills, planning skills, problem‑solving skills, and change management skills.
• Must possess strong skills in personal diplomacy and customer service and consistently demonstrate a high level of motivation, commitment to teamwork, professionalism and trustworthiness.
• Must possess sound decision‑making ability, operate well under pressure and be tenacious in resolving difficult problems.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Monitor the performance, availability, and maintainability of all Cisco network infrastructure, hardware and related software applications.
2. Develop and implement various Enterprise level solutions.
3. Perform advanced troubleshooting and resolution of Severity 1 and Severity 2 problems.
4. Responsible for integration of all Cisco equipment and applications to ensure smooth and seamless flow of information and data across the entire enterprise network.
5. Coordinates with other project team members as systems projects are in process including applications, technical and vendor staff to ensure constant communication and successful outcomes.
6. Leads and collaborates with Network team members developing standard practices and procedures to ensure the highest network availability possible for our users. Identifies industry best practices and incorporates them into the standards.
7. Performs on‑going assessment and analysis of cost and benefits of existing network infrastructure and identify and recommend implementation of creative solutions to ensure underlying architecture of all networks results in maximum performance and functionality for user community.
8. Support on‑going analysis of performance, availability, and maintainability of the enterprise network to ensure superior results. Trouble‑shoot, identify and implement corrective measures as appropriate to ensure issues are resolved before system operation is threatened or critical problems arise.
9. Develop and maintain accurate model and documentation of current network architecture. Update as required on a timely basis.
10. Perform technical reviews of new technologies and upgrades to assist in planning and timing of implementation to ensure improvements are achieved and planned benefits are realized as anticipated with minimal impact and interruption to user community.
11. Work proactively with system users to identify opportunities for increased functionality to improve staff efficiency and effectiveness. Implement improvements as necessary.
12. Develop, maintain and minimize downtime across all systems to ensure user satisfaction is maintained and operations are not interrupted.
13. Proactively ensure enterprise network infrastructure is maintained as appropriate to ensure maximum performance and efficiency.
14. Operate within Memorial's Code of Conduct and Ethics at all times and constantly display Memorial's Behavioral Standards.
15. Acts as a technical resource to network staff and provides training in all aspects of network development and life cycle management.
16. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Pay Transparency $54.29 - $84.15 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests will be handled confidentially.