Senior Network Engineer

Position Purpose:

Responsible for the engineering of network infrastructure with a high degree of knowledge pertaining to F5 BigIP load balancing. Designs infrastructures including hardware, software, and various configurations. Ensures that the design and integration of proposed solutions lead to the development and growth of the business through effective use of technology. Facilitates the optimization of business unit performance by enhancing he alignment between business systems and information technology Evaluates new products, performs network problem resolution, and assists in the development and documentation of technical standards and interface applications.

Government Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance, which requires applicants to be a U.S. Citizen.

Location:

This is a Full-time position with the option to be fully remote, with a preference given to a hybrid work schedule in Columbia, South Carolina. Please note this is subject to change based on business need and/or employee performance.

What You'll Do:

• Provides consultative direction for network planning, architecture design and engineering. Determines feasibility from technical and economic perspective. Compiles, analyzes, and reviews operational data. Oversees and directs tests to establish standard for new designs or modifications to existing equipment, systems, or processes.

• Oversees, plans, and evaluates complex network systems and makes recommendations for resources required to develop, maintain and/or expand service levels. Provides consultative support to facilitate design and to resolve design problems. Monitors network performance to determine whether adjustments need to be made, and to determine where changes will need to be made in the future.

• Oversees, plans, and ensures implementation of network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware. Anticipates and mitigates potential attacks through network or other connections to ensure the security of the system. Provides strategic planning and participation for disaster recovery operations.

• Updates knowledge and skills to keep up with rapid advancements in technology. Researches, evaluates, and recommends software and hardware products. Provides counsel and leadership on future use of technology and system improvements.

• Directs and leads technical support personnel. Provides direction to team in the gathering of business needs and design of solutions through direct interaction with business unit leaders. Subject matter expert resource.

• Maintains effective relationships with external suppliers to ensure appropriate levels of support. Oversees and plans large scale systems projects through vendor comparison and cost studies. Interface with vendors to identify and purchase hardware and software.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need the Following

Required Education:

• Bachelor's in a job related field

Degree Equivalency:

• Associates degree plus an extra 2 years job related work experience for a total of 12 years of required work experience (see "required work experience")

OR

• 14 total years required work experience.

Work Experience:

• 10+ years of network or other job-related experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of network systems and applications.

• Able to perform high-level network planning, design, and optimization.

• Able to suggest plans to integrate new and existing designs and provide input into highly complex and high impacting decisions.

• Advanced technical knowledge of networking, communications, and related hardware and software.

• Strong knowledge of emerging technologies for applications to the enterprise. Capable of taking on the role of project leader for special enterprise-wide assignments.

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to communicate technical issues with non-technical people.

• Strong understanding of technical problems and solutions in relation to the current, as well as the future business environment.

• High level of understanding of organization business systems and processes as well as industry-wide requirements.

• Proficiency with network technologies and platforms.

Preferred Work Experience:

• Enterprise level experience with the F5 Load Balancer platform.

• Enterprise level experience with Cisco Route/Switch including Nexus.

• Cisco ACI and/or Ansible experience.

• 12 years-of experience working in infrastructure/network environments performing network engineering (hardware and/or software), design and planning.

• CCIE, CCNA, CCNP

Our comprehensive benefits package includes the following:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401k retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Education Assistance

• Service Recognition

• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilitiesand protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

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