Network Engineer I

Network Engineer IThe Network Engineer I assists higher level network administrators in the administration, maintenance, and operation of the organization's networks. Adheres to Air Methods policies and procedures as required to maintain regulatory and operational compliance. Essential functions and responsibilities include the following:Provide support and troubleshooting of routing and switching enterprise technologies in complex networking environments. Troubleshooting includes WAN routing (BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, FHRP, multi-layer overlay networking, etc.), LAN switching (VLANs, layer 3 switching, EoMPLS, trunking, port-channeling), VoIP (WAN usage, QoS, PSTN, H.323, SIP).Assist in the administration of security technologies such as firewalling, multi-layer VPN technologies, IPS, ACLs, and best practices adhering to regulations (HIPAA, SOX, PCI, CALEA etc.).With direction from the Infrastructure Engineering Manager, configures, manages and maintains Air Methods files servers, storage, backup, and virtual environment to ensure maximum availability.Maintains and supports systems in a 24x7, large, distributed and mission-critical environment including in-house and commercial data center(s) and for helicopter EMS bases around the U.S.Monitors the health of the company's servers, virus protection, backup's, and Data Centers.Participates in projects to deploy new technologies or upgrade existing infrastructure.Provides administration and escalated technical support for existing technologies, working with outside support services as required.Documents systems meticulously and follows change management processes.Participates in the establishment of policies, procedures, and training plans for network resource administration and disaster recovery.Interfaces with vendors and consultants to coordinate the delivery of products and services.Escalates problems and issues to Infrastructure Engineering Manager or other company leadership as needed.Other duties as assigned.Additional job requirements:Regular scheduled attendance.Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 0%Subject to applicable laws and Air Method's policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods' employment practices and policies.Supervisory responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree (BS) from four-year college or university in Computer Science or related field and one to three years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceLarge scale Citrix XenApp farm experience preferredEMC CLARiiON CX4/CX3 SAN management experience preferredData Domain, Avamar, recover point, dedup technologies experience preferredSkills:Self-motivated individual who meets deadlines and strives to exceed expectationsWorking knowledge of regulations related to HIPAA and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) relative to information security and assuranceCuriosity and desire to learn, with the ability to create and maintain positive professional relationships to accomplish assigned tasksExcellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work a flexible schedule including a 24/7 on-call schedule.Computer Skills:Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OutlookMicrosoft server background required including Windows, Exchange, SQL, SharePoint, OCSWindows System Administration (Windows 2008/2012)VMWare (All latest versions)Cisco UCSWindows Desktop build & administrationIP protocol and stackDHCP & DNSActive Directory administration including GPO'sCertificates, Licenses, Registrations:MCSE certification preferred (or MCSA and/or MTA leading to MCSE)VCAP/VCP certification a plusCCEA or CCAA certification a plusAir Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.