Description:
Our client, a healthcare company, is looking to hire a Manager of Network Engineering as a full time employee. This position will be on site in Jackson, MS. The Manager is responsible for planning and leading the Network Engineering team in the research and implementation of new systems, and the performance, availability, and security of existing systems. This position is 100% on site in Jackson, MS.
Top Skills:
1 Network Engineering experience 5-10 years
2 Prior/Current management experience with direct reports (network teams)
3 Cisco equipment, Nexus, Fortigate
4 Bachelors Degree (mandatory)
Job Scope:
-Responsible for leading technology projects that involve switches, routers, circuits, network servers.
-The Manager Network Engineering is responsible for leading the development of technical recommendations to improve the technology
environment and meet corporate strategic goals.
-Responsible for ensuring the production technology environment is available and performing as expected.
-Responsible for planning and leading efforts to improve the business recovery environment, as well as leading and participating in the semi-annual business recovery tests.
-Responsible for developing and enforcing strong discipline and installation guidelines in regards to the Data Center and switch closet racks, cabling, equipment, and power.
Job-Specific Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent work experience is required.
10 years' experience in a network administration role and in supporting network related infrastructure and software.
Must be able to create written documents that effectively present recommendations, an analysis of problems or communicate the status of the system.
Must have knowledge of and the ability to apply Project Management Methodologies.
Must have demonstrated the ability to resolve conflict, work in a team setting, effectively problem solve, make appropriate decisions, communicate orally and in written form effectively and accomplish results.
Demonstrated ability to direct project teams in the planning and installation of technology projects required.
Must have a comprehensive understanding of network protocols and associated applications and troubleshooting skills.
Must have a thorough understanding of current networking technologies, security administration, and backup & disaster recovery technologies and solutions.
Must be proficient in use of LAN technologies and current corporate standard desktop productivity applications as well as project management and visual documentation tools.
Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
This person must have top notch communication. This person must provide consistent and detailed status reports, and be highly organized.
About TEKsystems:
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