Hackensack Meridian Health

IT Network Engineer IV - Firewall

Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent IT certification required.
  • Minimum of ten years of IT experience in network-related fields.
  • Deep technical expertise in networking technologies including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and VPN.
  • Knowledge of optical transport systems like DWDM/ROADM technology.
  • Experience in network design, installation, and operational coordination.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills for effective interaction with stakeholders.
  • Proven leadership and project management capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in planning and designing network architecture.
  • Maintain and restore network devices and systems.
  • Conduct research on network technologies and recommend procurement.
  • Collaborate with users and vendors to address network issues.
  • Design, install, and support LAN and WAN configurations.
  • Support various infrastructure components including routers and firewalls.
  • Develop training resources for end-users to optimize LAN/WAN usage.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Paid time off and sick leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
  • Retirement benefits with employer matching contributions.
Full Job Description
Overview

The Network Engineer IV provides functional and empirical analysis related to the planning, design, installation, and implementation of the network infrastructure. Performs installation and maintenance of network devices including the restoration of hardware and software. Works with end users, Team Members, and vendors to resolve network hardware and software issues. May recommend, develop, and administer tools to achieve high availability and efficient utilization of LAN/WAN. Reviews progress and evaluates results. Performs work with a high degree of latitude. Handles the most complex issues. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, wireless, VPN, firewall policy, and optical transport systems including DWDM/ROADM technology. Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to subordinate Team Members. May act as a 'lead' on specific projects or implementations.

 

This position will include an on-call requirement.

 

At least 50% Onsite presence in New Jersey required. 

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Network Engineer IV with Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

  •  Participates in the planning and design of network architecture.
  •  Performs maintenance of network devices including the restoration of hardware and software.
  •  Conduct advanced research and evaluation of network technology and recommend purchases of network equipment.
  •  Works with end users, Team Members and vendors to resolve network hardware and software issues.
  •  Designs installs, supports and tests Local and Wide Area Networks.
  •  Supports Infrastructure including: switches, routers, wireless, optical, and firewalls.
  •  May develop end-user training to achieve efficient utilization of LAN/WAN.
  •  Responds to and resolves help desk tickets. Participates in project management activities as assigned.
  •  Participates in Network Team On-Call program.
  •  Adheres to the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies and Standards of Behavior.
Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  •  Bachelor's level degree and/or equivalent certification in IT related discipline.
  •  Ten or more years of experience in IT related discipline.
  •  Technical expertise, including comprehensive and working knowledge of current and emerging networking technologies including but not limited to the TCP/IP network subject matters, routing, switching, wireless, VPN, firewall, and LAN/WAN technologies.
  •  Possesses working knowledge of routing, switching, wireless, VPN, firewall policy and optical transport systems including DWDM/ROADM technology.
  •  Design, installation and coordination of the installation of data networks and systems; maintenance and troubleshooting of network hardware, systems, software, and peripherals.
  •  Effective oral and written communication skills as well as analytical skills to effectively interact with coworkers and end-users to understand and communicate network issues and resolution.
  •  Demonstrated leadership and Project Management skills.
  •  Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

  •  Healthcare experience.

 Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

  •  Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).
  •  Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE).

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Starting Minimum RateMinimum rate of $145,787.20 Annually Job Posting DisclosureHMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

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