Job Responsibilities 

• Design, implement, maintain, and support enterprise communication networks across UHS and in collaboration with external partner organizations. 

• Lead the architecture, deployment, and administration of network infrastructure, with a primary focus on Cisco networking technologies, including routing, switching, wireless, and network management solutions. 

• Configure, maintain, and optimize next-generation firewall environments, with a strong preference for experience supporting Palo Alto Networks security platforms. 

• Monitor network performance, capacity, and availability to ensure reliable and secure operations. Troubleshoot complex network issues, resolve outages, implement upgrades, and recommend infrastructure enhancements to improve performance and scalability. 

• Establish, maintain, and enforce network standards, policies, procedures, and best practices by defining system architecture, directing installations, and ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. 

• Strengthen the organization's cybersecurity posture by managing access controls, participating in security audits and assessments, implementing security recommendations, and supporting network security initiatives. 

• Install, configure, and support core and edge network switches, wireless systems, firewalls, VPN technologies, content filtering solutions, network security tools, VoIP systems, and video conferencing platforms. 

• Develop and maintain network diagrams, technical documentation, standards, operating procedures, and configuration records to support operational excellence and knowledge sharing. 

• Create training materials and provide technical guidance and mentoring to IT staff, including Help Desk, Desktop Support, Server Support, and other technical teams. 

• Serve as the network engineering subject matter expert on organizational projects and strategic initiatives. Develop project plans, coordinate activities, manage timelines, and ensure successful project delivery. 

• Collaborate with IT leadership to evaluate emerging technologies, develop infrastructure roadmaps, and support long-term technology planning. 

• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to network team members, promoting best practices and fostering professional development. 

• Demonstrate the ability to function as a team lead and emerging leader, supporting departmental objectives, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and contributing to succession planning efforts within the IT organization. 

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Position Qualifications  

Minimum Required:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field 

• 3-5 years of experience within a Networking Environment 

• Cisco CCNA within 6 months of hire 

Preferred: 

• Masters Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field 

• 6-10 years of experience in a Networking Environment 

• Extensive experience in Network Engineering supporting large-scale enterprise environments

• Strong expertise with Cisco networking technologies, including routing, switching, wireless, and network infrastructure design

• Experience administering and supporting Palo Alto firewalls and network security solutions 

• Working knowledge of VoIP technologies and telecommunications infrastructure preferred

• Proven project management experience, including planning, coordination, execution, and stakeholder communication.