Network Engineer III

Requisition ID

41173

Department

Information Systems

Location

Escondido, California

Union

Not Applicable

Salary Range

47.57 - 71.44

Job Type

Full-Time

Shift

Day

Hours Per Shift

Hours Per Pay Period

80

Position at Palomar Health

Description

The Network Engineer III is instrumental in the advanced design, development, maintenance, documentation and for network and security solutions for Palomar Health.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following : Planning and Implementing future designs of Palomar Health network and security infrastructure, Maintaining Palomar Health existing networks including VPNs, routers, switches and other networking equipment, Installing, updating and configuring network equipment, Configuring firewalls and data security systems to keep data and communications protected, Monitoring and maintaining performance monitoring systems, Troubleshooting, resolving, and communicating networking issues to other employees and management, updating and Implementing disaster recovery procedures, Maintaining current knowledge and understanding of security and networking best practices to offer the best solutions and protection to Palomar Health systems, Working closely with Palomar Health management to align the company objectives with networking and security implementations.

• Palo Alto Firewall Experience
• Not able to sponsor candidates
• Planning and Implementing designs of Palomar Health network and security infrastructure (20%)
• Maintaining Palomar Health existing networks including routers, switches, other networking equipment, and existing cable infrastructure (20%)
• Installing, updating and configuring network equipment (5%)
• Monitoring and maintaining performance monitoring systems (5%)
• Troubleshooting, resolving, and communicating networking issues to other employees and management (20%)
• Updating and Implementing disaster recovery procedures (5%)
• Maintaining current knowledge and understanding of security and networking best practices to offer the best solutions and protection to Palomar Health systems (5%)
• Working closing with Palomar Health management to align the company objectives with networking and security implementations (20%)

Will work independently under broad instructions or directions and work is typically reviewed as completed. Employees will work from broad instructions and will participate in setting work objectives and managing their workload. Work consists of difficult and complex tasks and requires the interpretation of technical and detailed guidelines. Requires the use of considerable judgement where answers and solutions can only be found after careful and thoughtful analysis. Most times, co-workers will be available to help candidates make good decisions. At times, candidates will need to rely on related experience to make good decisions. Degradation in Palomar Health's ability to provide healthcare could be a result from improper decision making.

Work is based on application of systems analysis techniques and procedures, including consulting with users to determine hardware, software, or system functional specifications. Work is based on design, development, documentation analysis, creation, testing, or modification of computer systems or programs, including prototypes, based on and related to, user or system design specifications. Work is based on documentation, testing, creation, or modification of computer programs related to the design of software or hardware for computer operating systems. Work is based on the operation of computers or in the manufacture, repair, or maintenance of computer hardware and related equipment.

Must be able to successfully communicate complex networking topics to management and co-workers, break down complex tasks into smaller logical steps, and work in high pressure environments. Understanding of routing and switching protocols is required (i.e. BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, PVST, RSTP, HRSP, VTP), understanding of security protocols is required (i.e. RADIUS, 802.1x, EAP).

Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail). Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education : Associate Degree and / or combination of education and experience Preferred Education : Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field Minimum Experience : At least 5 years' experience working, designing, and implementing enterprise networks. Experience designing, configuring, and maintaining Cisco and Palo Alto network equipment Preferred Experience : 10 years' experience working in an enterprise network environment preferred. Required Certification : Not Applicable Preferred Certification : CCNP / CCIE Required License : Valid Driver's License Preferred License : Not Applicable

Current employees are not eligible for hiring incentives. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.