Network Engineer

Company: The University of Vermont Health Network
Location: South Burlington
Posted on: May 8, 2024

Job Description:

Career Level Summary (Common for all jobs at this level) ---

• Requires in-depth knowledge and experience.
• Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business or clinical/patient care issues to improve processes or services.
• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions.
• Works independently, receives minimal guidance.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experienceFunctional Knowledge
  • Requires conceptual and practical expertise in networking and general knowledge of -related areas.Business Expertise
    • Has knowledge of -best practices and -how IT Networking integrates with other areas or aligns with other areas to provide holistic patient care; is aware of the competition and the -factors that differentiate the organization in the market.Leadership
      • Acts as a resource for other team members; may lead projects with limited risks and resource requirements.RESPONSIBILITIESNetwork Design and Planning: -
        • Develop and design complex network architectures to meet the organization's current and future requirements. -
          • Plan network upgrades and expansions while considering scalability and security. -Network Implementation: -
            • Deploy and configure network hardware and software components, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers. -
            • Ensure proper integration of new network technologies and services. -Network Security: -
              • Implement and maintain security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access control lists, to safeguard the network from threats. -Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting: -
                • Continuously monitor network performance, availability, and traffic patterns. -
                • Identify and resolve network issues, including downtime and connectivity problems, in a timely manner. -Capacity Planning: -
                  • Analyze network traffic patterns and usage to predict future capacity requirements. -
                  • Recommend upgrades and optimizations to support growing network demands. -Network Documentation: -
                    • Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and inventory records. -Network Automation: -
                      • Develop and implement automation scripts and tools to streamline network provisioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks. -Team Leadership and Mentoring: -
                        • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior network engineers. -
                        • Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams on network-related projects. -Vendor Management: -
                          • Evaluate and select network hardware and software vendors. -
                          • Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and oversee procurement processes. -Policy and Compliance: -
                            • Ensure that the network infrastructure complies with industry standards and organizational policies. -
                            • Develop and enforce network-related policies and procedures. -SKILLS:Advanced Networking Protocols and Technologies -
                              • In-depth knowledge of networking protocols, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and VLANs. -
                              • Proficiency in emerging technologies like SD-WAN, SDN, and network virtualization. -Security Expertise -
                                • Strong understanding of network security principles, including firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and network segmentation. -
                                • Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and threat mitigation strategies. -Routing and Switching -
                                  • Mastery of router and switch configurations, including Cisco, Juniper, or other leading vendors. -
                                  • Expertise in designing and optimizing routing tables and switching fabrics for high performance and redundancy. -Network Monitoring and Management -
                                    • Proficiency with network monitoring tools such as Wireshark, Nagios, or SolarWinds. -
                                      • Ability to troubleshoot network issues and implement proactive monitoring solutions. -Cloud Networking -
                                        • Knowledge of cloud networking services and configurations in platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. -
                                        • Skill in connecting on-premises networks to cloud environments securely. -Network Automation and Scripting -
                                          • Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Perl, or Ansible for automating network tasks. -
                                          • Experience with network automation frameworks like Puppet or Chef. -Load Balancing and Content Delivery -
                                            • Understanding of load balancing concepts and technologies. -
                                            • Familiarity with content delivery networks (CDNs) for optimizing content delivery and performance. -Network Design and Architecture -
                                              • Ability to design and implement complex network architectures, considering scalability, redundancy, and performance. -
                                              • Experience with network documentation and diagramming tools like Visio. -Troubleshooting and Problem Solving -
                                                • Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve network issues efficiently. -
                                                  • Proficiency in packet analysis and debugging techniques. -Soft Skills and Leadership -
                                                    • Excellent communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and clients. -
                                                    • Leadership abilities to mentor junior engineers, lead projects, and make strategic decisions. -Problem Solving
                                                      • Solves complex problems by taking a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.Impact
                                                        • Impacts a range of patient, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies and/or protocols.Interpersonal Skills
                                                          • Explains complex, difficult and/or sensitive information; works to build consensus.Education
                                                            • Bachelor's degree or formal technical training or equivalent experience.Experience
                                                              • 5 or more years' experienceStaff must provide support coverage 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Shift coverage and on-call coverage may be required.

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