Cambridge Health Alliance is hiring: Network Engineer I in Somerville
Cambridge Health Alliance, Somerville, MA, United States
Overview
Location: CHA Somerville Campus
Department: IT CHA Network
Job Type: Full time
Length Of Shift(s) In Hours : 8
Shift Start + End Times: 8:30a - 5:00p
Hours/Week: 40
Weekend Requirements: No
Holiday Requirements: No
On Call Requirements: Yes
The Information Technology Department at Cambridge Health Alliance empowers high-quality, equitable, and patient-centered care through innovative and secure health IT solutions. Grounded in CHA’s mission and strategic plan, IT supports clinical, operational, and academic excellence by providing reliable infrastructure, safeguarding health information, and enabling data-driven decision-making. With a future-focused approach, the team works to enhance access, advance health equity, and drive innovation across the system.
Role Description
Join our progressive, innovative, and fast-paced IT team at Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA). We are a dynamic group of IT and health information professionals dedicated to supporting a vibrant health system that serves everyone in need. As a Network Engineer, you will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity of our enterprise voice and data network, ensuring our healthcare providers have the reliable connectivity they need to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities
Engineer and maintain complex network designs, including topology diagrams and documentation for all CHA locations and business partners.
Monitor and optimize network performance, resource availability, and bandwidth utilization to ensure maximum operational efficiency.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues across LAN, WAN, Fiber Optic, and Wireless infrastructures.
Design and manage critical IP address schemes and assignment mechanisms.
Collaborate with junior and senior engineers to implement innovative networking solutions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering (or equivalent professional experience). At least 4 years of hands-on experience implementing and maintaining large corporate networks.
Deep knowledge of Juniper routers/switches, Aruba Wireless, and network security protocols like OSPF and TCP/IP.
A commitment to teamwork, independent problem-solving, and continuous learning through certifications like JNCP.
Additional Details
This is a full-time (40 hours/week) on-site position based at our Somerville campus. Reliable transportation is required for travel between sites, and you will participate in an on-call rotation once acquainted with the environment.
Reporting to the Director of Network & Telecommunications, the Network Engineer will work under the lead engineer responsible for maintaining the CHA enterprise voice and data network. The Network Engineer will work with junior and senior network engineers, as well as other hospital staff while coordinating CHA network implementations, modifications, maintenance and ensuring consistency with the overall enterprise network design. Documents network designs and engineering changes; maintains network topology and detailed diagrams reflecting the entire CHA network, including remote locations and connections to business partners. Monitors and coordinates maintenance of network hardware and software to ensure maximum operational efficiency; ensures proper maintenance of equipment, documentation of repairs, and inventory levels. Troubleshoots and resolves complex network problems; monitors network response times, bandwidth utilization, and resource availability, and recommends enhancements as warranted. Ensures network interoperability and efficiency between the LAN, WAN, Fiber Optic Network, Wi-Fi, and the Internet.
Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids discrimination based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination.
Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our diverse communities. CHA is focused on equity and excellence in care, and offers opportunities for competitive salaries, benefits, and professional development for employees. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Location: CHA Somerville Campus
Department: IT CHA Network
Job Type: Full time
Length Of Shift(s) In Hours : 8
Shift Start + End Times: 8:30a - 5:00p
Hours/Week: 40
Weekend Requirements: No
Holiday Requirements: No
On Call Requirements: Yes
The Information Technology Department at Cambridge Health Alliance empowers high-quality, equitable, and patient-centered care through innovative and secure health IT solutions. Grounded in CHA’s mission and strategic plan, IT supports clinical, operational, and academic excellence by providing reliable infrastructure, safeguarding health information, and enabling data-driven decision-making. With a future-focused approach, the team works to enhance access, advance health equity, and drive innovation across the system.
Role Description
Join our progressive, innovative, and fast-paced IT team at Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA). We are a dynamic group of IT and health information professionals dedicated to supporting a vibrant health system that serves everyone in need. As a Network Engineer, you will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity of our enterprise voice and data network, ensuring our healthcare providers have the reliable connectivity they need to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities
Engineer and maintain complex network designs, including topology diagrams and documentation for all CHA locations and business partners.
Monitor and optimize network performance, resource availability, and bandwidth utilization to ensure maximum operational efficiency.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues across LAN, WAN, Fiber Optic, and Wireless infrastructures.
Design and manage critical IP address schemes and assignment mechanisms.
Collaborate with junior and senior engineers to implement innovative networking solutions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering (or equivalent professional experience). At least 4 years of hands-on experience implementing and maintaining large corporate networks.
Deep knowledge of Juniper routers/switches, Aruba Wireless, and network security protocols like OSPF and TCP/IP.
A commitment to teamwork, independent problem-solving, and continuous learning through certifications like JNCP.
Additional Details
This is a full-time (40 hours/week) on-site position based at our Somerville campus. Reliable transportation is required for travel between sites, and you will participate in an on-call rotation once acquainted with the environment.
Reporting to the Director of Network & Telecommunications, the Network Engineer will work under the lead engineer responsible for maintaining the CHA enterprise voice and data network. The Network Engineer will work with junior and senior network engineers, as well as other hospital staff while coordinating CHA network implementations, modifications, maintenance and ensuring consistency with the overall enterprise network design. Documents network designs and engineering changes; maintains network topology and detailed diagrams reflecting the entire CHA network, including remote locations and connections to business partners. Monitors and coordinates maintenance of network hardware and software to ensure maximum operational efficiency; ensures proper maintenance of equipment, documentation of repairs, and inventory levels. Troubleshoots and resolves complex network problems; monitors network response times, bandwidth utilization, and resource availability, and recommends enhancements as warranted. Ensures network interoperability and efficiency between the LAN, WAN, Fiber Optic Network, Wi-Fi, and the Internet.
Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids discrimination based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination.
Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our diverse communities. CHA is focused on equity and excellence in care, and offers opportunities for competitive salaries, benefits, and professional development for employees. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.
#J-18808-Ljbffr