Network Engineer Senior
Brigham and Women's Hospital
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
Job Summary
SummaryResponsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our organization's network infrastructure
Essential Functions
-Design, plan, and implement complex network solutions to meet the organization's connectivity and performance requirements.
-Implement and maintain network security measures, including firewalls, access control lists, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
-Provide advanced technical support to diagnose and resolve complex network issues.
-Monitor network performance and bandwidth utilization to proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
-Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including network diagrams, configuration details, and standard operating procedures.
-Oversee capacity planning and scaling.
-Serve as a liaison with vendors and other third-party providers.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Experience
Experience as a Network Engineer, with a focus on designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-level networks. 5-7 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, technologies, and topologies.
- Experience with major networking vendors' hardware and software.
- In-depth understanding of network security concepts and best practices, including firewalls, and access control.
- Proficiency in network monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to handle complex network issues.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.