About this role
*Network Engineer *
*$74,143.52 to $92,679.40 Annual (Commensurate with Experience)*
*Permanent, Full Time*
*Start Date ? As soon as possible*
Reporting to the Director of Information Technology, the Network Engineer is responsible for the architecture, security, performance, and continuous improvement of the organization's network infrastructure. This role supports a modern, Fortinet-centric environment while collaborating closely with infrastructure, cybersecurity, and clinical teams to ensure the availability and security of systems that support patient care, resident safety, and business operations.
*Key Responsibilities*
* Design, implement, and maintain secure, high-performing enterprise network infrastructure across multiple healthcare sites. * Administer and optimize routing, switching, wireless networking, SD-WAN, SASE, and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) technologies. * Manage Fortinet network and security solutions, including firewalls, switches, wireless access points, management, analytics, and secure remote access. * Monitor network performance, availability, and security while proactively identifying and resolving issues. * Lead network architecture improvements, infrastructure upgrades, disaster recovery planning, and technology modernization initiatives. * Design and maintain secure network segmentation, firewall policies, VPN connectivity, and access controls. * Support networking requirements for clinical and operational technologies, including Building Management Systems (BMS), Nurse Call, Wander Management, IP telephony, and other connected systems. * Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure secure integration across the technology environment. * Develop technical documentation, network diagrams, standards, and operational procedures. * Provide third-level technical support and participate in scheduled on-call support for critical systems.
*Qualifications:*
*Education*
Diploma or degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related discipline.
*Experience:*
* A minimum of five (5) years of experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise network infrastructure and security solutions. * Strong expertise in routing, switching, TCP/IP, wireless networking, VLANs, QoS, DNS, DHCP, and enterprise networking technologies. * Experience administering next-generation firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, network access control, and network monitoring platforms. * Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, CIS Controls, and ISO 27001. * Experience troubleshooting complex network environments using packet analysis and network monitoring tools. * Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and/or AWS networking and cloud security principles. * Experience supporting healthcare, operational technology (OT), or regulated environments is considered an asset. * Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders. * A valid driver's license with the ability to travel between organizational sites.
*Certifications*
Candidates should possess one or more relevant industry certifications, such as:
* Fortinet Certified Professional (FCP) or Network Security Expert (NSE) * Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) * Palo Alto Networks security certifications
Additional certifications in Microsoft Azure, CompTIA Security+, Network+, ITIL, or healthcare technology are considered assets.
Pay: $74,143.52-$92,679.40 per year
Work Location: In person