To support this growth, we are now looking for a Network Engineer to work within our Hosting Services team to oversee the ongoing delivery, administration and security compliance of the network infrastructure underpinning our hosted services internationally.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert-level support for the network infrastructure that underpins our data center based services.
- Ensure that network service levels are monitored, reviewed and reported on a regular basis, and that the necessary steps are taken to resolve any issues or negative trends that may be identified.
- Ensure that network and related activities are completed within agreed timelines and/or in line with agreed schedules.
- Work with technical architects, project managers and other stakeholders to identify, assess, select and present appropriate network solutions for their needs.
- Build and deploy agreed solutions within specified timelines.
- Develop, implement and test disaster recovery and/or network fail-over plans as required.
- Maintain operational acceptance criteria for network solutions to be supported by the hosting team, and work with the appropriate delivery teams to ensure that these are met before transition into production.
- Ensure that network and associated service components under management are monitored 24x7 for availability, capacity and performance.
- Monitor and report on network capacity across all network elements, and pro-actively identify and address potential issues in a timely manner.
- Ensure that agreed network and access processes are followed and, in particular, that events, incidents and requests are dealt with in a timely manner using the appropriate operational processes and tools.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with network and related security policies
- Ensure that network and related solutions are documented, including network diagrams, “as-built” configurations, IP address data, and support procedures e.g. “how to fail-over a connection”, etc.
- Maintain good relationships with other team members, other teams, customers and suppliers in order to maximize team working and collaboration.
- Continue to look for ways that the service can be improved and, where agreed, lead or assist with the implementation of service improvements. In particular, focus on service automation opportunities in line with the wider hosted services strategy and available tools; continue to optimize performance, efficiency and utilization.
- Provide consultation to customers and stakeholders on in-life customer solutions.
- Provide 24x7 support as part of the wider hosting operations team.
Required experience & qualifications
- Minimum of CCNP with routing and switching or security certification
- Strong knowledge and hands-on experience of configuring, troubleshooting and supporting Cisco and F5 networking equipment in a datacentre environment, specifically Cisco Nexus switches, Cisco ASA firewalls, F5 LTM and DNS load balancers.
- Strong network design and management skills and experience, including setting up firewall rules, dynamic routing, load balancing, intrusion detection and prevention, setting up remote access and site-to-site VPNs.
- Strong practical experience of following ITIL processes in a 24x7 operations environment with tight SLA and security compliance requirements.
- Practical experience with the majority of:
- Cisco Nexus 7000/9000 series, NX-OS, IOS, VDC, VPC, HSRP, STP, NTP, logging, port channels, layer 3 switching
- Cisco ASR (100x), IOS, XE, OSFP, BGP, VRF, NTP, logging
- Cisco ASA, IPS, ASAv, Multi-context, , IPSEC VPN, Anyconnect SSL VPN, NAT, ACLs
- F5 LTM, route domains, partitions, pools, nodes, irules, GTM – DNS Management, GLB
Desirable skills:
- Good client and relationship management ability with excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
- Able to demonstrate flexibility, motivation as well as excellent problem solving and team working
- Knowledge of service monitoring and alerting (Nagios, Cacti preferred).
- Knowledge of configuration management (Puppet preferred).
- Ability to manage 3rd party vendors e.g. F5, Cisco
About InterSystems
InterSystems, a creative data technology provider, delivers a unified foundation for next-generation applications for healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain customers in more than 80 countries. Our data platforms solve interoperability, speed, and scalability problems for large organizations around the globe to unlock the power of data and allow people to perceive data in imaginative ways. Established in 1978, InterSystems is committed to excellence through its 24×7 support for customers and partners around the world. Privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, InterSystems has 38 offices in 28 countries worldwide. For more information, please visit InterSystems.com.
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Skills Required
- Minimum CCNP certification with routing and switching or security specialization
- Hands-on experience configuring, troubleshooting, and supporting Cisco and F5 networking equipment in a data center environment
- Experience with Cisco Nexus switches, Cisco ASA firewalls, F5 LTM, and DNS load balancers
- Network design and management experience, including firewall rules, dynamic routing, load balancing, intrusion detection and prevention, remote access, and site-to-site VPNs
- Practical experience following ITIL processes in a 24x7 operations environment with SLA and security compliance requirements
- Practical experience with Cisco Nexus 7000/9000, NX-OS, IOS, VDC, VPC, HSRP, STP, NTP, logging, port channels, and Layer 3 switching
- Practical experience with Cisco ASR, IOS XE, OSPF, BGP, VRF, NTP, and logging
- Practical experience with Cisco ASA, IPS, ASAv, multi-context environments, IPsec VPN, AnyConnect SSL VPN, NAT, and ACLs
- Practical experience with F5 LTM, route domains, partitions, pools, nodes, iRules, GTM, DNS management, and GLB
- Client and relationship management skills with strong oral, written, and presentation abilities
- Flexibility, motivation, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
- Knowledge of service monitoring and alerting tools such as Nagios or Cacti
- Knowledge of configuration management tools such as Puppet
- Ability to manage third-party vendors such as F5 and Cisco
What the Team is Saying
InterSystems Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, mental-health support, and FSA/HSA options; feedback suggests this is a clear strength. Wellness resources and onsite fitness offerings are also noted in some locations, reinforcing perceived quality.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is portrayed as generous, with a minimum of 23 PTO days in the U.S. plus paid holidays and sick time; feedback suggests this stands out as a distinguishing benefit. Additional time with tenure is mentioned, further boosting perceived value.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with employer contributions and profit sharing; feedback suggests this is a meaningful part of total compensation. Financial-planning tools are also referenced, adding to perceived support.
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What We Do
InterSystems builds the software that makes complex systems work—reliably, securely, and at scale. For more than 45 years, we’ve been the information engine behind some of the world’s most mission-critical applications in healthcare, government, and business. Our data management, integration, and analytics technologies help organizations connect disparate systems, turn data into insight, and deliver better outcomes. From enabling interoperable healthcare and advancing clinical care, to powering national infrastructure and large-scale enterprise systems, our technology is used every day by millions of people in more than 80 countries. What sets InterSystems apart is not just what we build, but how we build it. We focus on long-term innovation, deep engineering excellence, and solving hard problems that truly matter. Our teams work closely with customers to tackle real-world challenges—often behind the scenes, but always at the heart of what keeps essential systems running. If you’re motivated by meaningful work, technical depth, and the opportunity to have a global impact, you’ll find it here.
Why Work With Us
Because we are a profitable, privately-held software company, we place our clients first in everything we do. You’ll work on meaningful, complex problems alongside deeply curious experts in a culture that values learning, ownership, and long-term growth—without the pressure of quarterly Wall Street demands.
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