Network Engineer
Network Engineer
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Summary
Responsible for the engineering of network infrastructure. Designs infrastructures including hardware software and various configurations. Ensures that the design and integration of proposed solutions leads to the development and growth of the business through effective use of technology. Facilitates the optimization of business unit performance by enhancing the alignment between business systems and information technology. Evaluates new products performs network problem resolution and assists in the development and documentation of technical standards and interface applications.
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Position Purpose:
We are looking for a Network Engineer to join our Network Core Team! In this position you will be responsible for the engineering of network infrastructure that includes designing infrastructures including hardware software and various configurations. Youll ensure that the design and integration of proposed solutions leads to the development and growth of the business through effective use of technology. You will also facilitate the optimization of business unit performance by enhancing the alignment between business systems and information technology evaluate new products perform network problem resolution and assist in the development and documentation of technical standards and interface applications.
What Youll Do:
Responsible for network planning architecture design and engineering. Determines feasibility from technical and economic perspectives. Evaluates equipment specifications and process requirements to conceive a practical design. Compiles and analyzes operational data and directs tests to establish standard for new designs or modifications to existing equipment systems or processes.
Plans and evaluates complex network systems and makes recommendations for resources required to develop maintain and/or expand service levels. Provides consultative support to facilitate design and to resolve design problems. May also monitor network performance to determine whether adjustments need to be made and to determine where changes will need to be made in the future.
Plans coordinates and implements network security measures to protect data software and hardware. Anticipates and mitigates potential attacks through network or other connections to ensure the security of the system. Provides strategic planning and participation for disaster recovery operations.
Updates knowledge and skills to keep up with rapid advancements in technology. Researches evaluates and recommends software and hardware products. Provides counsel and leadership on future use of technology and system improvements.
Ensures network compliance with audit requirements. Addresses new network vulnerabilities within audit-mandated time frames. Maintains effective security/backup and disaster recovery processes and systems.
Directs or leads technical support personnel as needed. May lead the gathering of business needs as well as the design of solutions through direct interaction with business unit leaders.
Maintains effective relationships with external suppliers to ensure appropriate levels of support. Plans large scale systems projects through vendor comparison and cost studies. May interface with vendors to identify and purchase hardware and software.
Work Environment: Fast paced multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.
To Qualify for This Position Youll Need:
This position requires a clearance which requires U.S. citizenship to obtain.
Required Education:
Bachelors degree in a job-related field
Degree Equivalency:
Associates degree plus an extra 2 years job-related work experience for a total of 10 years of required work experience (see required work experience)
OR
12 total years required job-related work experience
Required Work Experience:
8 years of network or other job-related experience
Required Skills and Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of network systems and applications.
Able to perform high-level network planning design and optimization.
Able to suggest plans to integrate new and existing designs and provide input into highly complex and high impacting decisions.
Advanced technical knowledge of networking communications and related hardware and software.
Strong knowledge of emerging technologies for applications to the enterprise.
Capable of taking on the role of project leader for special enterprise-wide assignments.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate technical issues with non-technical people.
Strong understanding of technical problems and solutions in relation to the current as well as the future business environment.
High level of understanding of organization business systems and processes as well as industry-wide requirements.
Proficiency with network technologies and platforms.
Required Software and Tools:
Advanced understanding of relevant network hardware and software.
We Prefer that You Have:
Enterprise level experience with Cisco Routing & Switching (including Nexus)
Cisco ACI and/or Ansible Experience
Enterprise level experience with Cisco ISE
10 years-of experience working in infrastructure/network environments performing network engineering (hardware and/or software) design and planning.
Preferred Licenses and Certificates: CCIE CCNA CCNP
What We Can Do for You:
We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have access and opportunity to develop their skills advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage
Life insurance
Paid annual leave the longer you work here the more you earn
Nine paid holidays
On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount
Tuition assistance
Service recognition
What to Expect Next:
After submitting your application our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age race color national origin sex religion veteran status disability weight sexual orientation gender identity genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally as a federal contractor the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilitiesand protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal state and local laws and regulations.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities pregnant individuals individuals with pregnancy-related conditions and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment please email or call ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
