Network Operations Analyst I

At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers—and their patients—are at the heart of what we do.

Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates. 

POSITION SUMMARY

Owens & Minor is looking for a NOC Analyst I to join the NOC team responsible for monitoring and maintaining over 2000 servers and 3000 network devices, Database and backup located in Owens & Minor locations globally. The NOC Analyst is part of a collective team of engineers which troubleshoot and resolve routine and complex network, server, database and OS issues and alerts in a timely and efficient manner while maintaining target system uptimes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Monitor production and non-production systems located at Owens & Minor offices, data centers, distribution centers, and warehouses.
• Respond to alerts and event-generated incident tickets effectively and efficiently. Create and use Knowledge Base Articles to investigate, diagnose, and resolve incidents.
• Escalate complex incidents to Networking, Server, and other resources in accordance with established processes and procedures.
• Review and update status of incidents in ticketing system.
• Create trouble tickets with carriers for circuit issues.
• Interface with internal IT groups and business units as needed to achieve incident or problem resolution.
• Support the Major Incident Management process by participating in bridge calls and working sessions to resolve incidents and problems.
• Participate in the transfer of information from one shift to the next.
• Serve as mentor for junior NOC analysts to expand their technical skillset.
• Must be available to be a part of a 24/7/365 rotational on-call schedule.
• Experience in document creation based on scenario.
• Coordination with different vender for escalation in timely manner.
• Provide Proactive and reactive support for infrastructure.
• Having knowledge of basic database monitoring e.g., MSSQL, DB2, Oracle etc.
• Having knowledge of basic Linux, window, VMware monitoring.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of experience in a similar role working in a Network Operations Center (NOC) or Operations Center in a distributed enterprise environment.
• CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification, CCNA preferred.
• University degree in computer science or technical field preferred.
• Experience supporting manufacturing/supply chain a plus.
• Having knowledge of basic Linux, window, VMware monitoring, Database.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Solid knowledge of infrastructure environments (compute, network, storage, etc.) and how they work.
• Experience troubleshooting network problems and devices.
• Experience using monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, database etc.
• Experience troubleshooting Windows Server issues and performance.
• Strong diagnostic skills: ability to assess incident criticality and determine when escalation is needed.
• Ability to assess and prioritize incidents quickly while under pressure.
• Ability to coordinate with internal stake holder for help and support.
• Familiarity with trouble ticketing systems such as Service Now.
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Familiarity with ITSM and ITIL best practices.
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ready to work from office.

Training:

• The individual will be expected to undertake training to ensure that her/his skills are current.

SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs additional duties as directed.
• Effectively accomplishes set goals while primarily working in a remote capacity.

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.

Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.