[Remote] Network Engineer I IS - Network Services - Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Providence is a comprehensive health care organization focused on patient-centered care. They are seeking a Network Engineer I to support the design, deployment, and ongoing operation of enterprise local area network (LAN) infrastructure, focusing on foundational network engineering tasks and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Support the installation, configuration, and maintenance of LAN infrastructure, including switches, access layers, and associated connectivity within IDF and MDF environments
• Perform basic troubleshooting of network issues, including connectivity problems, interface errors, VLAN misconfigurations, and port-level incidents
• Assist in implementing network changes, including adding or modifying access switches, VLAN assignments, and uplink connectivity
• Monitor network performance and escalate complex issues as needed to senior engineers
• Follow established enterprise network standards, naming conventions, and operational processes to ensure consistency and compliance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support site deployments, upgrades, and remediation efforts
• Document configurations, changes, and troubleshooting steps to support operational continuity and knowledge sharing
• Foundational understanding of networking concepts, including:
• Layer 2 switching (VLANs, trunking, spanning tree basics)
• Basic Layer 3 concepts (IP addressing, default gateways, routing fundamentals)
• Familiarity with enterprise networking hardware (e.g., Cisco, Meraki, or equivalent)
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a network operations environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented standards and procedures
• Effective communication skills and ability to work within a team environment

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1 year related experience
• Some experience in automation, specifically related to deployment, recovery, or other manual processes. Scripting with one of PowerShell, Perl, Ansible, VB Script, Python, SQL
• Foundational understanding of networking concepts, including: Layer 2 switching (VLANs, trunking, spanning tree basics)
• Basic Layer 3 concepts (IP addressing, default gateways, routing fundamentals)
• Familiarity with enterprise networking hardware (e.g., Cisco, Meraki, or equivalent)
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a network operations environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented standards and procedures
• Effective communication skills and ability to work within a team environment
• Associate-level certification (e.g., CCNA or equivalent)
• Exposure to enterprise LAN environments, including structured cabling and access layer deployments
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools and ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow)
• Exposure to using AI-assisted tools to improve engineering productivity, such as log analysis, troubleshooting support, or documentation generation
• Familiarity with AI-enabled operational workflows (e.g., change monitoring insights, automation planning, or data analysis)
• Basic understanding of responsible AI use in an enterprise environment, including security, privacy, and use of approved/sanctioned AI tools
• Interest in leveraging AI to enhance network operations, efficiency, and service quality

Benefits

• Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more.

Company Overview

• Every day, 119,000 compassionate caregivers serve patients and communities through Providence St. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in US, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.providence.org.

Company H1B Sponsorship

• Providence has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2024, 1 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.