Job Description

Primary Responsibilities:

* Build, support and troubleshoot data center networks primarily utilizing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure and Nexus platforms
* Build and support migration platform from traditional data center network designs to policy-based infrastructure
* Lead and participate in low- and high-level design discussions, review and add to implementation plans, and review and add to acceptance test plans
* Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain current and ahead of upcoming developments in the networking industry
* Perform maintenance, support, and troubleshoot network equipment, including hardware installs and software upgrades
* Be comfortable in unknown environments, taking a consultative approach to resolving complex issues
* Educate and evaluate peers and team members while being open to and seeking peer review for superb outcomes
* Implement, administer, and troubleshoot traditional and virtual network infrastructure devices, including wireless access points, firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers
* Deep knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols
* 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
* Proactively evaluate network performance, identify bottlenecks, and find ways of improvement, to ensure long-term efficiency of the network
* Design, engineer and deploy SD-WAN upgrades in multiple markets

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

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:

* 5+ years of experience in a Network Engineering role
* 5+ years of experience in the areas of IP inter-networking, LAN Switching Protocols (MLS, CEF, VLAN (802.1Q), STP, HSRP, LACP/PAGP), and IP Routing protocols (IGRP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)
* 3+ years of experience with Virtualization, and Application Centric Infrastructure
* 3+ years of experience with logical design models (L2/L3, Spanning tree, VRF, VTP, VLANs, physical cabling)
* 3+ years of experience of application policies in the ACI, including Tenants, Application Network Profile (ANP), End Point Group (EPG), Contracts, Subjects, and Filters
* 3+ years of experience in ACI Multi-Site
* 3+ years of experience with virtualization platforms, including VMware
* If you need to enter a work site for any reason, you will be required to screen for symptoms using the ProtectWell mobile app, Interactive Voice Response (i.e., entering your symptoms via phone system) or a similar UnitedHealth Group-approved symptom screener. Employees must comply with any state and local masking orders. In addition, when in a UnitedHealth Group building, employees are expected to wear a mask in areas where physical distancing cannot be attained

Preferred Qualifications:

* Cisco Nexus, Cisco Viptela, Citrix Netscaler, Palo Alto, Meraki, ASA
* Python programming automation experience a plus
* CCNP or CCIE

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Colorado Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $94,500 to $171,700. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. As of the date of this posting, In addition to your salary, UHG offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Health, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; flexible spending accounts; paid parking or public transportation costs; 401(k) retirement plan; employee stock purchase plan; life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance; business travel accident insurance; Employee Assistance Program; PTO; and employee-paid critical illness and accident insurance.

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer 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.

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

Job Keywords: Network Engineering, IP inter-networking, LAN Switching Protocols