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The Sr Network engineer will manage and maintain LHI's IT infrastructure environment to support OptumServe’ s business operations. Work as a lead on IT projects that involve technology and product evaluation, implementation, deployment and troubleshooting as assigned. Act as one of the team’s technical points of contact for specific aspects of the data center operations, such as network infrastructure, WAN, LAN, load balancers, Firewalls and various hardware appliances. Ensure efficient, balanced, secure and uninterrupted operation of OptumServe network infrastructure.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ability to implement, administer, and troubleshoot network infrastructure devices, including wireless access points, firewall, routers, switches, load balancers
• Configure and manage Cisco ACI/MSO
• Knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols
• Research, evaluate and suggest new products and process improvements within IT
• Implement and enforce security procedures to ensure the Company's data is secure and accessed by only those that need access to it
• Create and maintain documentation in relation to network configuration, mapping, processes, and service records
• Maintain centralized documentation of IT infrastructure information
• Evaluate network performance, identify bottlenecks, and find ways of improvement, to ensure long-term efficiency of the network
• Develop test plans that include functionality, system integrity, test matrixes, strategy, and definition of test methodologies. Create test platforms, including evaluation of test equipment, and testing of proposed network equipment, network protocols and new production applications. Design, test and deploy network and security architectures, including LAN-to-LAN, LAN-to-WAN, and WAN-to-WAN
• Work with vendors to resolve hardware and software issues
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior network engineers
• Performs other duties as assigned
  

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Current Cisco Certifications
• 10+ years of hands-on experience with enterprise networks
• Proven experience with network design & optimization, business technology infrastructure strategic planning, projects management and policy development
• Cisco ACI/MSO
• Proven solid troubleshooting and analytical skills along with good interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work independently to meet required deadlines
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience
• CCNP
• Experience with Cisco ACI/MSO, LAN, WAN, Cisco, Netscalers, F5, Palo Alto, IPsec VPN, Forescout, and Algosec
• Experience with change management processes, documentation procedures, and the ITIL framework
  

Careers with LHI. Our focus is simple. We’re innovators in cost-effective health care management. And when you join our team, you’ll be a partner in impacting the lives of our customers, and employees. We’ve joined OptumHealth, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of companies, and our mission is to help the health system work better for everyone. We’re located on the banks of the beautiful Mississippi River in La Crosse, Wis., with a satellite office in Chicago and remote employees throughout the United States. We’re supported by a national network of more than 25,000 medical and dental providers. Simply put, together we work toward a healthier tomorrow for everyone. Our team members are selected for their dedication and mission-driven focus. For you, that means one incredible team and a singular opportunity to do your life’s best work.(sm)

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island or Washington residents is $85,000 to $167,300. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment