Systems Administrator, Specialist

Acentra Health, LLC; McLean (VA); Remote; USD 98,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Acentra Health is seeking a Systems Administrator, Specialist to manage AWS cloud-based network systems. This remote position involves significant responsibilities in network infrastructure and support within the healthcare sector, requiring strong technical skills and prior experience in cloud technologies.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Educational assistance

Corporate discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Network infrastructure support.
• Experience with AWS and public/private cloud technologies.
• On-call weekly rotation availability.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing AWS Cloud Network and IT Infrastructure.
• Providing day-to-day Network Engineer support.
• Maintaining security and integrity of systems and data.

Skills

Network infrastructure support

AWS Cloud technologies

Network Administration

ITIL processes

Linux Administration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

AWS

Cisco ASA

Oracle Cloud

Checkpoint firewall

Big-IP F5

Blue Coat web proxy

Job description

Company Overview

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the mission of the company; to actively engage in problem-solving; and to take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers you unparalleled opportunities. In fact, you have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes – making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Acentra Health is looking for a Systems Administrator, Specialist to join our growing team.

***This position is remote and On-call weekly rotation***

Job Summary:

The role of Network Engineer, Senior is to manage a dynamic AWS cloud-based network consisting of network resources that support multi-tiered HA/Clustered AWS Transit Routing, Firewalls, Load balancers and Monitoring capabilities using various cloud services within AWS. Other Services like Checkpoint, Cisco ASA, Cisco routers, and operating systems like windows and Linux operating systems are a possibility in an on-prem contract. This role involves coordinating with department team to plan, design, and schedule the release of all software and hardware, updates and upgrades. Network Engineer, Senior to work as a member of large technical team responsible for the design, development and implementation (DDI) of Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) for states like Michigan, Illinois, Utah, Washington and federal projects like OWCP, EDPS and VA-FSC. This high-volume system operates out of multiple data centers and cloud environments like AWS and Oracle. Must reliably be available to its clients.

Job Responsibilities:

• Functions as an individual contributor and works under minimal supervision with wide latitude for independent judgment designing, implementing, and maintain the organizations’ AWS Cloud Network and/or IT Infrastructure.
• Provides day-to-day Network Engineer support to assigned Firewalls, Transit Routers and load balancer for new deployments of systems, test, and evaluation of hardware, maintains system documentation.
• Provide an architectural framework for information network development, maintenance, and enhancement efforts.
• Installs, configures, and maintains the organization's AWS Cloud strategy. Oracle Cloud experience is a plus.
• Develop and manage policies on Cloud Checkpoint firewall and in on-prem Cisco ASA firewalls.
• Configure and manage Big-IP F5 LTM4200 Appliances.
• Configure and manage Blue Coat web proxy and AWS VPN tunnels;
• Communicate frequently with senior level staff and customers on issues related to system administration; provide customer support as necessary.
• Perform senior level technical skills in trouble shooting, cause, and resolution on Linux Servers in AWS Cloud.
• Consult with users on issues relative to procedures, technical problems, and methodologies.
• Develop and enhance processes and technical documentation; create back-up procedures, test plans and reports.
• Maintain operating efficiency and stability, ensure the security and integrity of all systems and data, and respond to outages and other issues.
• Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree, or in lieu of a degree, equivalent related work experience.
• A minimum of 8+ years’ experience in Network infrastructure support.
• A minimum of 3+ years’ experience in public/private cloud technologies especially AWS.
• A minimum of 6 years’ recent extensive hands-on work experience with Network Administration.
• Experience working with ITIL processes.
• Work independently or as part of a team and have strong communication skills.
• Expert knowledge with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a Network administration.
• AWS VPC including transitive VPC, Direct Connect, VGW,VPN,IPSEC, Security groups, Network ACL, ASM, Routing: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, RIP, PBR, Route-Filtering, Redistribution, Summarization, Static routing and multicast routing AAA Technologies: Ethernet, Frame Relay, MPLS VPN, HDLC, PPP, T1, T3, OC Standard Protocols: IP, TCP, UDP, ICMP, NAT, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, IPsec ,SSL, HTTP, SSH, SIP, RTP, QoS AAA.
• Experience with Identity Providers (IdPs) for authentication, enabling Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to enhance security and user access management.
• On-call weekly rotation availability.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

• Master’s degree.
• Certifications: CCIE (written) and CCNP certification.
• Oracle Cloud experience.
• Experience working in a healthcare/insurance project.
• Experience working with State government projects.

Why us?

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.

We do this through our people.

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Benefits

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is listed below.

“Based on our compensation philosophy, an applicant’s position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level.”

Thank You!

We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team

Visit us at Acentra.com/careers/

EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Pay Range

USD $98,368.00 - USD $143,000.00 /Yr.