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Job Description Summary :

Job Description :

Moses Weitzman Health System is seeking a skilled and proactive Network Engineer to join our dynamic IT team. In

this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all network systems throughout their lifecycle. You will lead efforts to design, deploy, configure, maintain, and monitor critical network infrastructure, ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing connectivity across the organization.

The ideal candidate brings a strong commitment to operational excellence and follows standardized, repeatable processes to support scalable and resilient network operations. This position plays a key role in safeguarding our health system’s infrastructure by identifying and resolving issues, optimizing performance, and ensuring compliance with security and regulatory standards.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to Network team members in coordination with IT management
• Design, implement, and support secure, scalable, and resilient LAN, WLAN, and WAN infrastructures, including routers, switches, wireless controllers, access points, and firewalls
• Manage the lifecycle of all network hardware and software, overseeing upgrades, replacements, and patching efforts
• Collaborate with vendors, service providers, and contractors to evaluate, procure, and maintain network solutions and services
• Configure and optimize network systems to ensure secure, reliable, and high-performance operations that align with organizational goals
• Monitor network health, analyze performance metrics, and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime and ensure service continuity
• Conduct research on emerging technologies, protocols, and best practices to keep the network environment current and effective
• Ensure reliable connectivity for all IT infrastructure components, including servers, workstations, VoIP systems, fax devices, and other networked equipment
• Maintain accurate documentation of network hardware, software, configurations, and topology
• Produce regular reports on network performance, capacity planning, and incident resolution
• Participate in managing and implementing network security solutions, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion prevention systems
• Conduct security audits and support backup and recovery processes
• Mentor and support junior staff within the Network and Cybersecurity teams
• Collaborate with department leaders to assess and plan for short- and long-term network infrastructure needs
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and documentation related to network operations, security, and disaster recovery

Qualifications

Required :

Preferred :

Key Competencies :

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

This Position is available for remote work.

Organization Information :

The Moses / Weitzman Health System is a global leader addressing challenges faced by organizations caring for the poor and diverse populations, and is home to programs focusing on education, research, and process improvement support for safety net providers. The system delivers primary care to more than 150,000 patients in Connecticut, and extends access to specialty care for more than 2.5 million individuals across the U.S. It is a national accrediting body for organizations training advanced practice providers, and offers accredited education and training for Medical Assistants in multiple states. As an incubator for new ideas in areas including social justice, the environment, and social determinants of health, the MWHS is addressing challenges faced by providers caring for underserved communities, creating innovative and impactful initiatives led by nationally and internationally recognized experts. As it forges pathways into the future of primary care, the MWHS honors Lillian Reba Moses (1924-2012), a granddaughter of slaves, and Gerard (Gerry) Weitzman (1938-1999), whose ancestors escaped pogroms in Eastern Europe. Their vision and commitment to justice and equity in healthcare is the foundation upon which the Moses / Weitzman Health System was built.

Time Type : Full time