Network Engineer, II

Network Engineer II
Pay Range: $55/hour to $58/hour

Job Summary

The Network Engineer II is responsible for planning, implementing, and supporting secure, high-availability network infrastructure in a healthcare environment. This role ensures reliable connectivity for clinical and business systems, including electronic health records (EHR), medical devices, and critical applications. The engineer independently resolves complex issues, supports regulatory compliance requirements, and contributes to the delivery of resilient, scalable network solutions that support patient care operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support network infrastructure across LAN, WAN, and wireless environments in clinical and administrative settings

• Ensure high availability and performance of networks supporting EHR systems, medical devices, and healthcare applications

• Monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot network performance, capacity, and reliability issues; implement corrective actions

• Support and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity solutions for critical healthcare systems

• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware, circuits, and structured cabling in hospital/clinical environments

• Collaborate with clinical, biomedical, and IT teams to support connected medical technologies and ensure network compatibility

• Implement network security controls aligned with healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA) and organizational policies

• Work with telecommunications vendors and service providers to provision and maintain WAN circuits and services

• Provide on-call support and respond to network incidents impacting patient care and operational continuity

• Document network configurations, procedures, and environment details to support audits and compliance requirements

• Assist in evaluating and integrating new healthcare technologies and network solutions

• Mentor junior staff and provide guidance on standard troubleshooting and operational procedures

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including clinicians and administrative staff, to resolve technical issues

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field

• Equivalent experience (e.g., 9+ years in IT/network engineering) may be considered in lieu of a degree

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering or IT infrastructure support

• Experience supporting networks in healthcare, hospital, or regulated environments preferred

Technical Skills:

• Hands-on experience with network design, installation, and support in enterprise environments

• Proficiency with Cisco and/or Juniper networking equipment

• Experience with network monitoring and performance tools (e.g., Solar

Winds)

• Knowledge of WAN technologies, circuits, and structured cabling systems

• Understanding of network security practices, including segmentation, access control, and secure configurations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting EHR platforms and clinical applications

• Familiarity with medical device connectivity and biomedical network requirements

• Knowledge of healthcare compliance and regulatory frameworks (e.g., HIPAA, HITECH)

• Experience with high availability architectures and disaster recovery planning

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, JNCIP)

Additional Information

• Role may require after-hours and on-call support in a 24/7 healthcare environment

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in patient-care-focused settings are essential