What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Systems Network Architect position at Inspira Health Network?
Job Description
The region's leading network of healthcare providers, Inspira Health, is seeking an Information Systems Network Architect to join their team at the Bridgeton, NJ location.
This is a hybrid position based in Bridgeton, NJ, and requires responsibility for designing, implementing, and optimizing network solutions that meet business needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement network solutions tailored to business requirements, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
- Conduct network assessments and audits to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
- Collaborate with Systems Engineering and Telecom teams to ensure network design supports all necessary platforms.
- Lead cabling optimization projects, ensuring compliance with industry cabling standards and best practices.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to define project scope and objectives, and provide technical leadership and support throughout the project lifecycle.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, providing expert guidance and solutions.
- Create and maintain detailed documentation of network designs, configurations, and changes.
- Provide training and support to internal teams as necessary.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- 8 years of experience in network architecture and design, with a strong focus on both enterprise wired and wireless networks.
- Completed CCNA, or must be completed within 3 months of hire.
- CompTIA A and CCNP Enterprise required.
- Expertise in networking technologies, including LAN/WAN, VPNs, firewalls, and advanced wireless solutions (e.g., Wi-Fi 6, mesh networking).
- Experience with migrating/refreshing projects from one platform to another.
- Proficiency with network management and monitoring tools (e.g., Arista, Aruba, Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet).
- In-depth knowledge of cabling standards and experience leading cabling optimization projects with a strong understanding of Layer 1 network technologies (cabling, connectors, fiber, wireless, etc.).
- Solid understanding of network security protocols and practices.
- Familiarity with cloud networking solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure) and hybrid environments is a plus.
About Us
Team players, leaders, innovators, nurturers, educators, advocates, people with character—these are the people we hire at Inspira. If you enjoy working with a supportive team of professionals in an environment of mutual respect, then consider joining us.
At Inspira, each and every person has a genuine impact and an investment in patient care. Our team members enjoy excellent benefits, as well as opportunities for personal and professional growth.
