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Senior Network Engineer – 2313231

Requisition Number: 2313231
Job Category: Technology
Primary Location: Eden Prairie, MN
(Remote considered)

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Senior Network Engineer – 2313231

EMPLOYER:    Optum Services Inc.

JOB TITLE:    Senior Network Engineer

LOCATION:    1 Optum Circle, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (Telecommuting available from anywhere in the U.S.)

DUTIES:    Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Duties include: design, implementation, and management of secure and efficient Virtual Private Network (VPN) solutions; evaluate network requirements, configuring VPN technologies, ensuring data confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and providing expert guidance on VPN-related matters; collaborate with cross-functional teams, architects VPN solutions, and oversees the seamless integration of VPN services into the organization’s network infrastructure; provide advanced technical support for VPN-related issues, diagnosing and resolving network problems; maintain documentation of configurations and troubleshooting procedures; provide training to internal teams on best practices; ensure VPN configurations adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements; conduct regular performance evaluations and implement enhancements; and stay updated with the latest technology and security protocols; VPN Design and Implementation; Network Security; Performance Optimization; Compliance and Standards; Troubleshooting and Support; Documentation and Training; Capacity Planning and Scalability; and Collaboration and Communication. Telecommuting is available from anywhere in the U.S

REQUIREMENTS:    Employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and two (2) years of experience in the job offered or in an Engineer-related occupation.

Position requires two (2) years of experience in the following: 
*    Architecting and implementing solutions to meet security and connectivity requirements;
*    Configuring, deploying, and maintaining VPN technologies such as IPsec, SSL, and MPLS VPNs;
*    Data confidentiality, integrity, and availability;
*    Evaluating and enhancing network performance to ensure efficient operations;
*    Monitoring industry standards and regulatory requirements;
*    Technical support in diagnosing and resolving VPN-related issues;
*    Maintaining detailed documentation and providing training on best practices; and
*    Network capacity maintenance to ensure solutions can scale with business needs.

RATE OF PAY: $ 93,787 – $176,738 / per year

Please apply via careers.uhg.com and search for job #2313231

Careers with Optum. Here’s the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world’s large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life’s best work.(sm)

UnitedHealth Group offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision, as well as matching 401k and an employee stock purchase plan.

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.
 

Additional Job Detail Information

Requisition Number 2313231

Business Segment Optum Technology

Employee Status Regular

Job Level Individual Contributor

Travel No

Country: US

Overtime Status Exempt

Schedule Full-time

Shift Day Job

Telecommuter Position Yes

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