Network Engineer

About the role:

Advantmed; a leader in US Healthcare, is looking for empathetic individuals with great interpersonal skills who can build relationships with their employees. The right person will thrive in an "all hands-on deck" environment.

• Network Design and Implementation:

• Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure, including Cisco switches, routers, firewalls, Ruckus and Aerohive Access Point.

• Configure and deploy PaloAlto firewalls And SCM (Strata cloud manager) to ensure high security and effective traffic management.

• Perform network assessments to ensure system performance and optimization.

• Ensure the integration of new technologies and infrastructure components into existing networks.

• Network Security Management:

• Configure and maintain PaloAlto to ensure secure perimeter protection.

• Implement advanced security features such as VPN, IPSec tunnels, and threat prevention policies.

• Monitor and mitigate network security risks, conduct vulnerability assessments, and ensure compliance with security protocols.

• Troubleshoot and resolve network security issues such as unauthorized access attempts, malware, and denial-of-service attacks.

• Monitoring and Troubleshooting:

• Continuously monitor network performance using relevant tools and technologies.

• Troubleshoot network issues and optimize overall performance across both hardware and software.

• Collaborate with internal teams to identify, investigate, and resolve network issues in a timely manner.

• Provide first-level support for network-related issues.

• Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of network configurations, changes, and incident reports.

• Generate reports on network health, security incidents, and performance metrics.

• Provide clear and detailed documentation on network infrastructure, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.

• Collaboration and Support:

• Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure smooth integration of network services with servers, applications, and storage systems.

• Assist in defining and implementing networking best practices and standards.

• Provide technical support and guidance to other departments and end-users.

Role specific competencies Required:

5+ Years of Experience in Network Infrastructure.

• Proficiency in configuring and managing Cisco switches and routers (Cisco IOS, Catalyst, Nexus), Ruckus and Aerohive access Point.

• Hands-on experience with PaloAlto Firewalls, including configuration, management, security features, and VPN solutions and troubleshooting.

• Knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, BGP, Azure ExpressRoute and VLANs.

• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., PRTG, OpManager).

• Familiarity with network security is the best practice, firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion prevention systems.

• Certifications (Preferred but not required):

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher.

• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE).