athenahealth · 9 hours ago
Lead Network Engineer
Massachusetts, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$114K/yr - $194K/yr
5+ years expathenahealth is focused on creating a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all. They are seeking a Lead Network Engineer to design, implement, and optimize network and security solutions that enable seamless connectivity for internal employees across branch office locations.
Enterprise SoftwareHealth CareInformation TechnologyMedical
Responsibilities
Install, configure, test, upgrade, and maintain network/security equipment and software in a multi-vendor environment (Juniper, HPE/Aruba, Palo Alto, Dell Enterprise SONiC, etc...)
Troubleshooting network systems including local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), and both cloud/hybrid-cloud environments. Coordinating with vendors when needed
Balance a mix of operational and project work in a fast-paced environment
Be proactive in the monitoring of all network devices, services, and servers using a combination of tools to ensure high availability and SLAs
Research and recommend innovative (and where possible automated) approaches for system administration tasks. Identify approaches that leverage our resources and provide economies of scale
Draft, update, and follow detailed knowledge articles relating to established processes and procedures
Participate in a rotating 24/7 production on call schedule
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
5-10+ years of hands-on network engineering experience
Expertise in wireless networking (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), wireless troubleshooting, RF fundamentals, wireless security (WPA2, WPA3), and tools/platforms (e.g., Aruba Central)
Experience managing Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls via Panorama. You should possess a deep understanding of all Palo Alto software features (e.g., TLS Inspection, User-ID, Threat Prevention, GlobalProtect, etc.) and best practices for configuration, policy management, and troubleshooting
Hands on experience with Juniper Networks platforms (ACX, MX, EX, and SRX devices), JUNOS CLI, and JUNOS software
Experience designing, implementing, and supporting Velocloud SDWAN fabrics in branch offices and data center environments
Experience managing NAC solutions for wired and wireless authentication (e.g., Aruba Clearpass or Cisco ISE)
Knowledge of network security protocols and standards (e.g., RADIUS, PKI, 802.1X, IPSEC)
Proven ability related to multi-tasking, effective time management, and project management
Willingness to learn and continuously upskill to adapt and contribute to modernized networking technologies
Self-starter, team player, personable, enthusiastic, hardworking, and someone who enjoys interfacing with customers and stakeholders on a day-to-day basis
Preferred
Bonus: operating knowledge of Linux, ThousandEyes, EVPN/VXLAN, SONiC network operating system, InfoSim Stablenet, Python, Nornir, BitBucket, Ansible, Prometheus, Grafana
Benefits
Commuter support
Employee assistance programs
Tuition assistance
Employee resource groups
Collaborative workspaces
Flexibility
Book clubs
External speakers
Hackathons
Company
athenahealth
Athenahealth is a provider of medical practice automation and claims management software to medical groups and health systems.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$40MKey Investors
Venrock
2021-11-22Acquired
2017-05-18Post Ipo Equity
2007-09-20IPO
Leadership Team
Eddie Ross
Vice President, Payer
Anil Patil
Executive Director Engineering
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