Job Information
Hackensack Meridian Health IT Network Engineer I - Digital Technology Services in Edison, New Jersey
Overview
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.
At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.
Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The IT Network Engineer I provides functional and empirical analysis related to the installation and implementation of the network infrastructure. Performs installation and maintenance of network devices including the restoration of hardware and software. Works with end users, Team Members and vendors to resolve network hardware and software issues. May employ tools to achieve high availability and efficient utilization of LAN/WAN. Reviews progress and evaluates results. Performs work under supervision. Handles basic issues and problems, but refers more complex issues to higher-level Team Members.
Up to 100% on-site requirement. Work location will vary based on assigned projects. Locations will be based on region covered. One day per month (with entire Network Eng team) on-site at Edison, NJ office.
Responsibilities
A day in the life of a IT Network Engineer I at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:
Follows direction to perform maintenance of network devices including the restoration of hardware and software.
Follow directions on how to conduct research and evaluate network technology.
Works with end users, Team Members and vendors to resolve network hardware and software issues.
Installs, supports and tests Local and Wide Area Networks.
Supports Infrastructure including: switches, routers, wireless, and firewalls.
May administer end-user training to achieve efficient utilization of LAN/WAN.
Responds to and resolves help desk tickets.
Participates in project management activities as assigned.
Participates in Network Team On-Call program.
Adheres to the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies and Standards of Behavior.
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, systems management, information systems, or a related field, and/or applicable technical certificate and/or equivalent related experience.
Possesses beginning to working knowledge of subject matter.
Beginning to working knowledge of current and emerging networking technologies including but not limited to TCP/IP networking and LAN/WAN technologies.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
One or more years' of prior experience in IT related discipline.
Healthcare experience.
Licenses and Certifications Preferred:
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).
If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
Job ID 2025-160985
Department DTS-Infrastructure, Syst Eng
Site HMH Hospitals Corporation
Job Location US-NJ-Edison
Position Type Full Time with Benefits
Standard Hours Per Week 40
Shift Day
Shift Hours Varies
Weekend Work Weekends as Needed
On Call Work On-Call Commitment Required
Holiday Work As Needed
