ABCBS has a mandatory Covid-19 vaccination policy for designated employees, including employees hired on or after October 1, 2021. Any qualified individual selected for a position will receive a conditional offer of employment which requires that they comply with the Mandatory Vaccination Policy for Designated Employees prior to their first date of employment. All new employees must show proof of vaccination or show proof of the first vaccination no later than the first date of employment with agreement to become fully vaccinated after employment has begun. Any qualified individual selected for a position seeking an exemption from this requirement for medical or religious reasons should complete a request for accommodation form and submit the form to the Human Resources department as described in the Mandatory Vaccination Policy for Designated Employees prior to their first date of employment and cannot begin employment unless and until such accommodation request is approved. This can be provided to you by contacting Policies@arkbluecross.com. Take the steps to start your career at Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Job Summary Lead Network Engineer is the lead technician for overall network design and strategies, and designs and implements the network infrastructure utilizing Cisco Nexus platform. Incumbent configures and administers complex LAN and WAN technologies. Lead Network Engine provides detailed documentation of network changes and creates & maintains Visio network drawings. Individual resolves daily connectivity issues within the service desk queue in a timely manner as well as offer immediate assistance as needed. Requirements Education & Experience: • Bachelor’s degree, in Business, Computer Science, or Management Information Systems, or related. In lieu of degree, at least five (5) years of equivalent experience. • Seven (7) years of direct experience in networking systems, computer repair and network operations. • Knowledge of operations and procedures including configuring, tuning, monitoring, securing, and managing network software and hardware. • Experience leading in four (4) or more large-scale projects. • CCNP or similar certification or equivalent demonstrable experience. Skills Detail-Oriented, Domain Name System (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Highly Organized, Leadership, Mainframe Operating Systems, Network Engineering, Network Protocols, Network Security, Open Systems, Professional Judgement, TCP/IP, Technology Leadership, Verbal Communications, Works Well in a Team, Written Communication Responsibilities Analyzes and evaluates user requests for networking components and connectivity, services, and support., Assigns technical duties to team members to enhance function and availability of the network., Leads other members of the IT Data Center Infrastructure Network Services Team with all IT network management functions including maintenance, upgrades, configuration, operations, and performance tuning of all network hardware and software., Performs other duties as required., Possesses knowledge of the strategic planning process within IS&T in order to effectively maintain successful network management processes consistent with IS&T goals and objectives., Provide 24/7 on-call support as a part of the team on call rotation., Researches and implements network components including software, hardware, security, administration, policies, and procedures., Updates reporting mechanisms based on progression of tasks. Certifications Security Requirements This position is identified as level three (3). This position must ensure the security and confidentiality of records and information to prevent substantial harm, embarrassment, inconvenience, or unfairness to any individual on whom information is maintained. The integrity of information must be maintained as outlined in the company Administrative Manual. Segregation of Duties Segregation of duties will be used to ensure that errors or irregularities are prevented or detected on a timely basis by employees in the normal course of business. This position must adhere to the segregation of duties guidelines in the Administrative Manual. Employment Type Regular Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer and is subject to federal regulations pertaining to employment. Arkansas Blue Cross does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. Arkansas Blue Cross also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. You must apply using your Legal Name. Current Workers/Contingent Workers/Contractors: Apply with your existing worker account (Workday) from the enterprise network. (Do not apply from this site - apply internally only) ADA Requirements 1.1 General Office Worker, Sedentary, Campus Travel - Someone who normally works in an office setting and routinely travels for work within walking distance of location of primary work assignment