Network Engineer - Full Time - Days

Position Summary:

Under the leadership of the Director, Information Technology, and the IT Operations Manager, the Network Engineer is an active member of the Information Technology (IT) team that works to determine the strategic vision, goals, philosophy and direction of the department and CRHS. The Network Engineer is responsible for administration and support of the CRHS data and IP telephony network and related system architecture including wireless networking and firewalls. In addition, the Network Engineer is responsible for completion of routine day-to-day processes, to include monitoring system parameters and network security on a regular basis, installation and configuration of network hardware as required, and providing end-user support as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

•          Education:

                   Requires an associate’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science.  A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

•          Experience:

                   Requires a level of experience normally acquired with a minimum of seven to 10 years of progressively more experience within a healthcare Information                                 Technology environment, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

•          Licensure, Registrations & Certifications:

                   Requires at least one IT industry recognized technical certifications, such as A+, Network+, Security+, CCNA, or MCSE.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

•          Performs network administration functions that include set-up, configuration and management of all network software and hardware including wireless                       networks, firewalls, switching and routing and IP telephony (VoIP).
•          Maintains up-to-date schematic of network infrastructure and recommends changes as needed to improve network performance. 
•          Monitors the network regularly to ensure network security. 
•          Serves in on-call rotation for system and network support.
•          Manages data center operations.
•          Obtains vendor quotes for requested network hardware, software, and IT-related supplies for best price and assists the IT Director and operations manager in           budgeting.
•          Provides end-user support for hardware and software as requested and completes end-user work requests in an efficient and timely manner. 
•          Conducts system and network “in-service” training for hospital staff and physician end-users as needed.
•          Coordinates the efforts of vendor contract personnel for hardware and network support as needed on IT projects. 
•          Works efficiently and effectively toward the successful completion of team goals and objectives. 
•          Performs other related job duties as assigned.