Concentra · 7 hours ago
Concentra Network Automation Engineer
Addison, TX, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expConcentra is a healthcare services company, and they are seeking a Network Automation Engineer. This role is accountable for solving complex networking problems through code, automation, and modern delivery pipelines, and is critical in supporting the organization’s IT infrastructure.
Health CareHospitalMedicalPrimary and Urgent CareTherapeuticsWellness
Responsibilities
Proven ability to automate manual network processes by creating python and ansible scripts for network automation and updates
Implement and maintain standardized configurations
Monitor and report on automation success rates
Establish knowledge base, document standard config templates and standard operating procedures
Interfacing and providing support to network monitoring tools
Develop visibility and alerting systems to proactively identify performance and configuration issues
Drive ongoing evaluations and perform troubleshooting to ensure solution effectiveness
Infrastructure Optimization: Analyze existing network infrastructure and identify opportunities for optimization, including network consolidation, virtualization, automation, and overall continuous improvements to optimize performance
Capacity Planning: Conduct thorough capacity planning assessments to anticipate future network demands and proactively scale infrastructure resources as needed
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain thorough documentation of network designs, configurations, and procedures. Generate regular reports to communicate project status, performance metrics, and recommendations to stakeholders
Responsible for developing effective network monitoring and solutions. Use these tools to measure and proactively monitor quality standards of network services, including outages, utilization, service degradations, and traffic analysis, ensuring excellence in execution and operational reliability
Develop, implement, and coordinate system policies and programs that enhance system integrity, security, and performance
Participate in peer reviews, design discussions, and architectural decisions
Possess a firm understanding of the interconnectivity within and to VMware, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and the Microsoft Azure platforms
Responsible for meeting network requirements for support of IP telephony solutions
Serve as the subject matter expert and primary point of contact for all network architecture activities and decisions
Lead the investigation into the root cause of problems, which may or may not be network issues and may involve the interaction of technologies across multiple platforms or disciplines
Adhere to corporate Change Control procedures
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align network strategies with business goals and customer needs
Identify, research, evaluate and implement emerging network technologies
Occasional travel, off-hour and weekend work may be required
Qualification
Required
5+ years of relevant IT experience, including 3+ years in a Network Technical role in an Enterprise-Scale multi-site network
3+ years expert-level experience with Network support experience, network switching (capacity planning & VLANs), network routing (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), and WAN technologies
3+ years of proven experience with network automation (Python, Ansible, Puppet, Chef, APIs)
1+ years experience with architectural and network support of Cloud Network Infrastructures and Managed Services on Azure and AWS
Experience with version control repository management software Gitlab, or DevOps workflows
Familiar and working knowledge of basic AI tools
Cloud Networking (AWS and Azure)
API integration experience (REST, NetConf, etc.)
CCNA, Cisco DevNet, or equivalent certifications
Preferred
Deep understanding of BGP routing within the context of carrier connectivity as well as internal systems connectivity, along with redistribution techniques into and from other routing technologies like EIGRP
Experience with large, wide-area networks of 1000+ sites and migrations to Cisco SD-WAN from traditional connectivity types
Working experience with wireless technologies, including Cisco AirOS, Cisco CatOS, Meraki and Aruba preferred
Strong knowledge and experience with Cisco routers and switches (Nexus), as well as Cisco Catalyst and Meraki (Cisco Cloud)
Strong hands-on technical abilities and attention to detail
Experience with Cisco ISE/Catalyst Center, Meraki authentication, and Aruba Central
Deep understanding of Network design in various environments (LAN, WAN, Datacenter, Cloud)
An understanding of firewall concepts (traditional and NextGen) and load balancing concepts is a plus
Ability to lead and contribute to high-level strategic design efforts
Strong grasp of cybersecurity best practices and the ability to integrate them into architecture decisions. Effective use of data to identify root causes and solve complex infrastructure issues
Experience prioritizing cross-functional requirements and aligning solutions accordingly. Experience leading cross-functional projects requiring consideration of enterprise impact
Define and identify business value for IT Projects/support changes with limited oversight
Ability to analyze or design technical network solutions and the impacts to the enterprise
Experience working in an environment with regulatory compliance requirements (HIPAA, PCI, etc.)
Very organized and detail oriented, with high degree of accuracy and follow-up
Self-motivated, reliable team player
Must possess desire to learn new technologies
Prior healthcare environment experience is preferred
Company
Concentra
Concentra is a health care center that offers occupational medicine, urgent care, physical therapy, and drug screening services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2024-07-24IPO
2015-03-23Acquired
Leadership Team
Christopher Axberg
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