Degree in computer science, IT, engineering, or related field
Minimum certifications: Microsoft and CCNA
3 years of experience with virtual environments
Experience in both LAN and WAN environments
Focus on systems and network security
Ability to troubleshoot network devices including firewalls and routers
Familiarity with 3-2-1 data backup strategies
Responsibilities
Build, configure, and maintain networked computer systems
Monitor and document backup processes according to HIPAA standards
Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues proactively
Architect infrastructure for security and redundancy
Research and recommend performance improvements for systems
Collaborate with stakeholders to address service quality issues
Update policies according to HIPAA security practices
Create and maintain accurate system design documentation
Audit and identify inefficiencies in team workflows
Develop automation scripts and deployment packages
Benefits
Flexibility to learn new technologies
Collaborative team environment
Opportunity for autonomy and independent work
Engagement in high-stakes infrastructure projects
Focus on compliance with critical security standards
Full Job Description
Systems Network Engineer
Essential Duties
Building, configuring, and maintaining the networked computer system, including server hardware, system software, and applications for high operability according to best practices.
Monitoring, documenting, and thoroughly testing data backup regiment following 3-2-1 strategy and HIPAA security standards
Diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, networking, and system issues efficiently, effectively, and proactively.
Architecting infrastructure design for security and redundancy, rollout planning, and implementation for upgrading defective or outdated infrastructure and patch management
Researching, planning, and recommending new approaches to improve the performance and enhance device, network and systems security.
Actively collaborates with team and stakeholders in addressing and preventing bottlenecks, degradation in service quality and patterns of systemic issues.
Updating policies and procedures which agency employees need to adhere according to HIPAA security practices on systems and network.
Creating and maintaining system design and topology documentation for accuracy reflecting current environment.
Maintaining technical knowledge in network best practices with a focus on security. Sharing and preaching latest server, systems, applications, and techniques.
Audits existing team time wasters and creates workflow automation where effectively possible.
Analyses current network operations and creates workflow automation when possible.
This is completed through written automation scripts, creating deployment packages, creating group policies and looking at new automation techniques/tools that can work. Methods for automation is up to the Engineer's determination.
Qualifications
A degree in computer science, IT, engineering or related qualification
Minimum certifications: Microsoft and CCNA certifications
Optional certifications: virtual environment
3 years of experience administering virtual environments
LAN and WAN experience
A focus on systems and network security.
Knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols
Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices, including wireless access points, firewall, routers, switches and phone systems
Familiarity with various backup technologies for 3-2-1 backup strategies
Familiarity with SQL systems administration and database operations
Ability to prioritize a wide range of workloads with critical deadlines
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Patient and professional demeanor, with a can-do attitude
Ability to think through problems and visualize solutions
Detail-oriented maintaining accurate diagrams and documentation
Resourceful with an ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology
Ability to work with all levels of staff within and outside of IT and outside the organization.
A self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team environment.
