Senior Network Security Engineer

About Employer Direct Healthcare

Employer Direct healthcare (EDH) is on a mission to transform access to excellent care for the moments that matter most. As the leading provider of surgical benefits for self-insured employers, we bring guided access to high-quality, affordable care for employers, their employees and the family members. We understand and have experienced the challenges of navigating specialized healthcare and we are dedicated to making a change.

EDH is the market leader for Independent Centers of Excellence (CoE). We have challenged the status quo in healthcare by bringing top quality surgeons within reach of all. Our surgeon-first model is the largest and most accessible network (3-4x larger than our peers), which has delivered an ROI 3x our peers. We serve hundreds of self-funded plan sponsors across 1000+ employers, representing over 4 million people across the U.S. We've saved our clients over $700 million since we were founded! 

Ultimately, the US healthcare system at-large is flawed. Costs continue to rise while life expectancy stagnates. We are moving the needed on this problem by improving surgery outcomes - making people healthier - and lowering healthcare costs at the same time. 

About You:

• You have a drive and AMBITION to tackle big problems. Big problems require big ideas and a team that supports new ideas.
• You CARE deeply for your customers. Your customers aren’t just the individuals using your product. They are the driving factor in your motivation to make a change.
• You thrive in a TEAM ENVIRONMENT. Collaboration is key in innovation and creating change.
• A DIVERSE environment is incredibly important to you. You understand and desire to be a part of a diverse team with different experiences and perspectives & you cherish the differences in each individual that you interact with.
• You are DETAIL ORIENTED, but more so, focus on the execution of your content while balancing a fast-paced environment.
• You understand that PROGRESS is critical to making change. You take the time to celebrate the small and big wins. Understanding that each improvement to a process helps move towards a greater change.
• INTEGRITY guides you in life. Focusing on the truth versus just giving people the answers they want to hear.

If this sounds like you, we would love to connect to speak further about career opportunities at Employer Direct Healthcare.

Please apply to our role & someone from our HR Team will reach out to help you navigate our interview process.

Senior Network Security Engineer

The Network Manager needs to have a Security first mindset. You will be responsible for designing, managing and maintaining the organization's computer network infrastructure that includes Azure networks, on prem networks, servers, operating systems, hardware, software, and related components.

For this position, it is essential to have accountability, attention to detail, a zeal for delivery with a sense of prioritization, good meeting etiquettes and a fun attitude while working with some amazing people.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Monitor and maintain the organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and internet connectivity to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
• Implement and manage network security measures to protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats. This includes configuring firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Diagnose and resolve network-related issues, such as connectivity problems, network outages, and performance bottlenecks.
• Plan and execute network upgrades and expansions to accommodate the organization's growth and changing requirements as well as create and maintain backups and disaster recovery plan for network related systems.
• Configure and manage network devices, including firewalls, switches, access points, and other networking equipment.
• Use network monitoring tools to continuously monitor network performance and identify potential issues proactively.
• Perform regular maintenance tasks such as system updates, patches, and upgrades to keep the infrastructure up-to-date and secure.
• Manage and configure servers, both physical and virtual, to ensure optimal performance and resource utilization.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot operating systems, such as Windows Server, Linux, or other specialized systems, depending on the organization's needs.
• Create and manage user accounts and access permissions to various systems and applications.
• Implement and maintain security measures to protect systems from unauthorized access, viruses, malware, and other security threats.
• Set up and manage data backup and recovery solutions to ensure data integrity and availability in case of system failures or disasters.
• Configure and maintain network services, including DNS, DHCP, and other switching services required for network functionality.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues for both servers and end-user systems.
• Use monitoring tools to proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, system errors, and other issues.
• Maintain comprehensive system documentation, including configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Ensure compliance with IT policies, procedures, and industry standards, such as data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR) and IT security best practices.
• Respond to and address system-related incidents and outages promptly and effectively.
• Work with other IT teams and departments to support various projects and integrate systems and services.
• Special projects as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Has at least 4+ years of proven working experience as a Network Engineer or similar role.
• Has at least 2+ years working in Microsoft Azure.
• Proficient with networking concepts, protocols, subnetting and services.
• Relevant network certifications like Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, etc., Fortinet preferred.
• Security-focused mindset and knowledge of IT security best practices.
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with colleagues and end-users.
• The specific responsibilities and requirements for a Network Manager may vary based on the organization's size, industry, and complexity of its IT infrastructure. In some cases, a Network Engineer’s role may overlap with other IT roles, such as Systems Administrator or Database Administrator, depending on the organization's IT structure.

 
Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave

Employer Direct Healthcare does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.