DESCRIPTION:
The Network Data Center Engineer provides support for data center LANs, WAN connections, and application performance troubleshooting. This individual is responsible for delivery of new functionality, day-to-day operations, and participating in break/fix activities supporting the Enterprise HFHS Networks.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitor the day-to-day operations of the data network within his/her defined scope
Provide technical assistance and resolution for network incidents and problems
Recommend and assist with the implementation of complex upgrades and improvements to the data network as assigned \
Work with other infrastructure groups and end-users to identify and troubleshoot performance issues in an enterprise environment
Monitor the installation, maintenance, and monitoring systems of the Clients' network
Apply advanced skills to resolve complex problems not covered by existing procedures or practices independently
Bring successful resolution to high-impact, complex and/or cross-functional problems
Act as an Operations stakeholder for new infrastructure implementations, providing feedback and acceptance to the design team
Develop mentoring materials and communicate methodology improvements to the technical team
Ensure all network infrastructure complies with current standards
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field, or related work experience.
Five years or more experience designing and implementing comprehensive network solutions using Avaya, Cisco, or Extreme Products.
Training/familiarity with Nortel and Cisco architecture and design practices.
Training and/or Industry recognized certifications with designing, maintaining and interconnecting wide area networks.
Firm understanding of the OSI model.
Three to seven (3-7) years of experience in a large, complex network environment using Avaya/Nortel 86xx, 55xx, 25xx, Cisco Nexus (7000, 55xx and 2xxx) and Cisco 65xx, 45xx, 3xxx series switches.
Demonstrated experience and strong fundamental knowledge working with the IP packet capture tools such as Solarwinds, Netscout, Infinsteam, etc.
Five to 10 years of proven success of the above job description responsibilities with experience in support of a multi-location enterprise wide area network, preferred.
Hands-on experience with the above listed solutions, preferred.
Technologies
Advanced knowledge of network virtualization technologies including MPLS, VRF, VLAN, and VSS.
Advanced knowledge of tunneling protocols including IPSEC, GRE, and L2TPv3.
Data Center and high availability design experience.
Advanced knowledge of Quality of Service.
Experience with VOIP components and converged networks
Experience with network security standards.
Hardware
Additional Information
Organization: Corporate Services
Department: Ascension Ntwk Fac amd TransSr
Shift: Day Job
Union Code: Not Applicable
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services - from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers .
Benefits
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That's why we offer support in the various components of our team's well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
