Systems Engineer Senior

Hugh Chatham Health; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 135,005,000 - 203,885,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work with regional travel

On-call support

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Network Engineer to maintain enterprise network systems across hospitals, medical offices and facilities. You will monitor performance, implement changes, and coordinate with IS teams and vendors for stable connectivity.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, CCNP or higher within the first year, and 5+ years of healthcare IT network experience with client/server tech. Full-time, 1st shift, hybrid with regional travel.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• CCNP or higher certification within the first year of hire.
• Minimum 5 years of experience installing and supporting sophisticated information systems, preferably in healthcare.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, routing, wireless, and broadband.

Responsibilities

• Maintain enterprise network performance across hospitals, medical offices, and administrative sites.
• Monitor system performance and take action to optimize network resources.
• Coordinate with IS departments and vendors to provide stable connectivity.
• Plan and implement moderate- to high-risk network changes as needed.
• Lead medium- to large-sized projects and mentor team members.
• Adhere to change management processes and resolve Tier 2/3 issues.

Skills

Network administration

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Problem solving

Knowledge of network protocols

Routing protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

CCNP or higher within first year

Tools

Cisco equipment

IPAM/DNS/DHCP

Network monitoring tools

Job description

Department

12298 Enterprise Corporate - Network & Telecommunications Engineering

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

1st shift, on call as required. Hybrid with travel within the Charlotte region.

Pay Range

$47.50 - $71.25

Major Responsibilities

• Maintains within established levels, the technical performance of network systems supporting the enterprise, which includes hospitals, medical office buildings, physician practices, administrative and financial offices, and all support facilities.
• Monitors system performance and takes appropriate action to ensure the best performance and utilization of network resources. Participates in localized problem determination and resolution. Escalates appropriately.
• Supports the networking systems, working with multiple IS departments and vendors to provide stable and reliable network connectivity. Demonstrates detailed knowledge of the network infrastructure for which they provide administration and develops a working understanding of the inter-relationships between applications and network impact.
• Recommends, coordinates, and implements moderate- to high-risk network changes and designed network solutions (switches, routers, and system hardware) independently to mission critical areas while following established designs and configurations previously developed.
• Works proficiently in both a team setting and independently, assuming a leadership role on medium- to large-sized projects and within the team. Assures technical development of other team members through sharing knowledge and experience.
• Works well under pressure, able to multi-task. Understands the basic concept of project management - developing and executing project plans for network system implementations.
• Understands and follows change management processes.
• Follows and defines protocols for working with customers and appropriately balances needs and resources. Resolves complex (Tier 2) help desk tickets and network problems. Escalates complex network connectivity issues to vendors or Tier 3 as required. Tracks and trends issues and drives resolution.
• Physically and logically install components (routers, switches, physical cabling, UPS, etc) into a single unified network.
• Defines network infrastructure requirements and recommendations for appropriate solutions. Researches, provides input into recommendations and justifies various hardware and software purchases and participates in determining hardware, software, and administrative standards and procedures.
• Develops and implements process improvement initiatives within Information Technology.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

Cisco Certified Network Profession (CCNP) or higher within first year of hiring

Education Required

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Computer Science or related.

Experience Required

At least 5 years experience installing and supporting sophisticated information systems, preferably in a health care environment utilizing client/server technologies.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Work is subject to high-level visibility through exposure to Advocate Health administration.
• This position will require high degree of proficiency in verbal and written communications.
• Ability to effectively handle customer contacts and problem resolution.
• Time Management - Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently, manage priorities, and complete assignments in a timely manner and meet productivity standards.
• Strong ability to work independently, exercise judgment and creativity in analyzing and solving unusual problems or situations that arise.
• Knowledge of network protocols, routing protocols, wireless protocols and broadband.
• Knowledge/skills in client/server, general networking, IPAM/DNS/DHCP, Internet, and hardware - routers, switches, etc.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be available for callback support on a regular basis. This position requires evenings and weekend hours at times for conversions, due to schedules.
• Must have own dependable transportation.
• Employee does not have direct patient contact.
• Must be able to sit up to 80% of each workday.
• Must be able to perform fine hand manipulation when using computer keyboard and be able to type 50%+ of the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on occasion.
• Must be able to twist, bend, and kneel.
• Must have ability to perform work-related travel.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Certification/License: Cisco Certifications preferred.
• Experience: At least 10 years experience installing and supporting sophisticated information systems, preferably in a health care environment utilizing client/server technologies.

DISCLAIMER

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.