Network Engineer II

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. Work Shift: Day Shift Time Type: Full time Department: CC017130 Information Technology Summary: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. — Hybrid schedule based on performance (Training will be fully onsite) — On-call rotation, 1 week every 5 weeks. Additional Information: The Network Engineer II ensures the stability and integrity of in-house voice, data, and video and wireless network services. Responsible for planning, designing, and developing local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) across the organization. Participates with the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communication links. Analyzes and resolves network hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion. The ideal candidate has a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification and at least 2 years of experience utilizing the following skillsets: IPv4 format and subnetting Route/Switch technology OSPF routing protocol Required Education: High school diploma or GED or equivalent Recommended Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field of study. Required Work Experience: High School Diploma/GED and 2 years of relevant experience, or 4 years of experience in lieu of a diploma/GED. Recommended Work Experience: Required Certifications: Recommended Certifications: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - The Cisco Learning Network Description Designs and deploys organization LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including servers, routers, hubs, switches, UPSs, and other hardware. Configures networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling organization objectives and processes. Configures networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling organization objectives and processes. Oversees new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades. Monitors network performance, troubleshoots problem areas, and provides network performance statistics and reports. Collaborates with executive management and department leaders to assess near- and long-term network capacity needs. Performs server and security audits, and system backups and recovery. Ensures network connectivity of all servers, workstations, VoIP equipment, fax machines, and other network appliances. Creates and maintains documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records. Participates in managing all network security solutions. Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information. Performs other duties as assigned. About Arkansas Children’s Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. Testimonials “Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager “Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst “We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator “Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant “When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant #J-18808-Ljbffr