Network Engineer

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Flowood, MS, United States
6 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
4 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Cisco Routers Cyber Security Data Security Monitoring of Systems Microsoft Office Network Architecture Network Control Network Diagnostics Network Administration Network Protocols Cisco Nexus Switches Productivity Software
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Wireshark Network Switches Network Routers Identity Services Engine Load Balancing System Availability Firewalls (Computer Science) Documentation System Information Technology SolarWinds (Software) Fortinet Cisco

Job description

The Network Engineer II is responsible for planning and leading the installation, configuration, documentation and maintenance of network infrastructure devices and software including network routers, switches, load balancers, and firewalls, ensuring high availability and security.The Network Engineer II is responsible for conducting activities related to Business Recovery including providing network redundancy and participating in the semi-annual Business Recovery tests.The Network Engineer II is also responsible for working with outside vendors and other departmental personnel to resolve production issues, and for working with Server Engineering and Information Security to respond to and resolve network availability, performance, and security issues.

Requirements

Network Architecture/Engineering, Firewalls, Network Routers, High Availability, Documentation, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Problem Solving Skills, Network Switching, * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience required.

  • 4 years’ experience working in a network administration role required.
  • CCNA required, and CCNP certification preferred.
  • Experience with Cisco routers and switches is required.
  • Experience with Cisco Nexus and Fiber Channel equipment preferred.
  • Experience with FortiGate firewalls is preferred.
  • Must have strong skills in the use of Microsoft Office productivity software and graphical documentation tools.

  • Must have a comprehensive understanding of network protocols and associated applications and troubleshooting skills.

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills required.
  • Experience with Network Diagnostic troubleshooting and monitoring tools required.
  • Experience with Wireshark, Cisco ISE, Cisco DCNM, and Solarwinds Orion is preferred.

Benefits & conditions

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that is worth approximately one-third of the salary compensation. Our benefits program is among the best in the health care field. We are looking for employees who can bring their experience, expertise and dedication to work for our customers.

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