Lead Network Engineer

About the role

The position is responsible for delivering technical solutions that align with business needs and industry best practices. This includes designing, implementing, and maintaining network and firewall infrastructure to ensure stability, performance, and security of the network environment. The role also leads Network Engineers and Network Data Technicians in daily activities, projects, and special assignments, and provides Tier 2/3 technical support with 24 × 7 on‑call availability.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise‑level (Data Center/Campus) network and firewall infrastructure.
• Lead and plan maintenance of network systems across TUHS.
• Develop standards, identify and correct problems, seek improvement opportunities, and propose changes.
• Foster cooperation and trust among junior team members and work groups through collaborative effort.
• Recommend upgrades or enhancements that support the technical environment and meet TUHS business needs.
• Provide Tier 2/3 technical support and 24 × 7 on‑call services for the network infrastructure.
• Mentor and guide junior network engineers and data technicians.
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure network strategies align with business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience designing, implementing, and managing enterprise‑level network infrastructure.
• Experience managing and completing IT projects in a mid‑to‑large scale network environment.
• Proficiency with network protocols: TCP/IP, VxLAN, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, ACI, SD‑WAN, Wi‑Fi.
• Hands‑on experience configuring and troubleshooting routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and network monitoring systems.
• Experience with Cisco and Extreme switching, Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco and Aruba wireless, and Infoblox DNS.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior network engineers and data technicians.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for interacting with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Experience working closely with security, infrastructure, and application teams to align network strategies with business objectives.
• Background in Healthcare IT is preferred.

Preferred qualifications

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) – preferred.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) – preferred.

Schedule

This role requires three on‑site days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) at Temple Health Women’s and Families Hospital, with additional 24 × 7 on‑call responsibilities as needed.