Lead Data Network Engineer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Job Description: Your future is bright with CareFirst. CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, the largest health care insurer in the Mid-Atlantic region has an opening for a Lead Data Network Engineer.  Everyday, we help people make decisions that will positively impact their lives today and into the future.  If your passion is in IT, you can take your experience to the next level in a company that is financially strong and nationally respected as a Lead Data Network Engineer at our Columbia Data Center.  The Lead Data Network Engineer is responsible for designing and integrating systems that enable access to data across and outside of the CareFirst organization, ensuring integrity, security and availability. Responsibilities: Act as a consultative resource for voice and data network infrastructure problem resolution Ensure maximum availability and efficiency of the CareFirst enterprise data network Prototype and test network based systems and services under consideration for use by I/T and its clients Develop and maintain network based infrastructure architectures which facilitate access to data across the enterprise and cross-platform integration Provide technology consulting services to CareFirst business units Act as a technical project manager and/or lead architect for projects assigned or approved by the data network engineering area Provide instruction to peers and staff on technology changes Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Information Management and 5-7 years of related experience and/or training in NT networked, multi-platform is required Project management and/or supervisory or project lead experience required Must have experience with equipment installation, fault isolation/resolution and project management in a WAN/LAN environment and several years managing routers, switchers and other network infrastructure components A working knowledge of networking protocols, with a thorough understanding of TCP/IP is essential The ability to analyze, design and implement complex network topologies is important in this role Must be aggressive in researching and trialing new technologies that would benefit the enterprise business Excellent project management skills with the ability to coordinate technical and human resources Working knowledge and experience with configuring main frame communications software including VTAM, TCP/IP, Enterprise Extender, and APPN are a plus A broad knowledge of Cisco products and services is a plus Individuals must demonstrate initiative; work well independently and as a contributing member of a team; and demonstrate strong communication, written and presentation skills. This position requires the candidate to be “on call” for emergency situations requiring emergency resolution.  Travel between all CareFirst locations may be required. We offer excellent benefits and a competitive salary.  To learn more about our IT careers, please visit www.mycarefirstcareers.com. To view complete job descriptions and to apply online, please search our jobs database by Req. #1812. EOE, M/F/D/V.  CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.® Registered trademark of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.® Registered trademark of CareFirst of Maryland, Inc.    APPLY NOW Status: Full Time, Employee Job Location: Columbia, MD Job Ref Code: 1812About Carefirst BlueCross BlueShieldCareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, the largest health care insurer in the Mid-Atlantic region is a company that has mastered the art of making the complex simple. Every day, we help people make decisions that will positively impact their lives today and into the future. Serving Maryland, the District of Columbia and portions of Virginia. CareFirst of Maryland, Inc., Group Hospitalization and Medical Services, Inc., and CareFirst BlueChoice, Inc. are independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. ® Registered trademark of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. ®' Registered trademark of CareFirst of Maryland, Inc.