IT Network Engineer Sr.

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research, and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Lurie Children’s Hospital is ranked in all 10 specialties by U.S. News & World Report.

About the role

The IT Network Engineer, Senior is primarily responsible for the design, implementation, and support of enterprise network infrastructure utilized by Lurie Children’s Hospital. This includes routers, switches, and relevant network appliances and technology for transport of data and voice services within the Lurie Children’s campus and the Internet. The IT Network Engineer, Senior is expected to be self-directed, perform responsibilities with minimal supervision, and mentor more junior staff, such as the IT Network Engineer. This position performs tasks in association with IM Application and Infrastructure Teams, coordinating with external technology and/or service partners as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages complex projects related to the network infrastructure and related technologies.
• Mentors and develops the network technology skills of junior staff.
• Establishes and maintains network infrastructure roadmaps and technology standards.
• Implements and maintains Juniper/Cisco and other network vendor technologies.
• Maintains wired and wireless network equipment and software.
• Performs network troubleshooting and analysis utilizing packet sniffers and other inspection tools.
• Works with the Information Security and Compliance Teams for policy and design needs related to network infrastructure security.
• Develops and maintains data cable, network rooms, and other physical elements of the network infrastructure.
• Participates in other department or organizational project tasks as required.
• Completes assigned Service Desk support tickets within IM Department standards.
• Serves as liaison to vendors for equipment and software maintenance.
• Develops and documents procedures covering all aspects of enterprise-wide network infrastructure.
• Monitors and reports on performance for all enterprise network infrastructure and technologies.
• Performs ongoing capacity and performance planning for enterprise network infrastructure and related technologies.
• Assumes on-call responsibility for network infrastructure, per the schedule.
• Performs other job functions as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Network Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Deep knowledge of network hardware and infrastructure required, including experience working with application transport, infrastructure devices, and monitoring both network analytical and diagnostic tools.
• Extensive knowledge of networking protocols such as: OSPF, BGP, 802.1x, 802.11, DHCP, and DNS.
• Master level experience with TCP/IP and OSI model, along with LAN, WAN, and Wireless networks.
• Comprehensive knowledge of systems and technologies as they relate to the network infrastructure.
• 3-5 years of experience working with Juniper/Cisco technologies, in a complex enterprise network environment.
• 3-5 years of experience with wireless network technologies highly desired.
• 3-5 years working with cable management and standards for IDF and Data Centers.
• Certification in Juniper, Cisco, and other networking technology highly desired.
• Demonstrated project management skills from both team member and leader roles.
• Programming or scripting skills necessary to assist in network administrative management tasks highly desired.
• Adapt to new and emerging tech, implementing necessary associated upgrades to the network when required.
• Exceptional communication skills with the capability to work across departments and directly with clients as needed.
• Strong organizational skills, troubleshooting expertise, and unparalleled attention to detail.
• Excellent time and project management skills, customer service, interpersonal skills, and system diagnostic abilities.

Pay

Pay range: $99,840.00 - $164,736.00. At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offers a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs.

Benefits

For full-time and part-time employees who work 20 or more hours per week, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance.
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match.
• Various voluntary benefits, including:
  • Supplemental Life, AD&D, and Disability.
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity coverage.
• Tuition assistance.
• Student loan servicing and support.
• Adoption benefits.
• Backup childcare and eldercare.
• Employee Assistance Program and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members.
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities.
• Discount purchasing program.