Summary
 

Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!

The Network Change Team is responsible for making the changes required to facilitate all connectivity for the entire BlueCross Organization. This team plays a crucial role in ensuring the security, efficiency, and reliability of the organization's network infrastructure. Their responsibilities include:

• Security Remediations: Implementing measures to address vulnerabilities and enhance the security posture of the network.
• Network Migrations: Managing the transition of network services and systems to new environments or platforms.
• New Implementations: Providing comprehensive network support to ensure seamless connectivity for new business applications, enabling them to operate efficiently and securely.
• Automation: Utilizing advanced automation tools and techniques to streamline network processes and reduce manual intervention.
• Next Generation Network (Cisco ACI): Leveraging Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) to build a scalable, agile, and secure network.

Description
 

This position requires a clearance which requires U.S. citizenship to obtain.

Work Environment:

• Results-oriented, structured, and Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.

• Team members are expected to maintain a high degree of professionalism and work with minimal supervision.

What You'll Do:

• Enforce infrastructure architectural standards through the ongoing review and acceptance of Technical Solutions' project deliverables.

• Assesses and determines server specifications to meet project requirements, including number and size of non-host (distributed) servers, storage specifications, security membership, operating systems, etc. Produces project deliverables/documentation in the form of detailed "build" specifications. Routinely designs and specifies server infrastructure requiring expertise in two or more operating system platforms.

• Assesses and determines network design specifications to meet project requirements, including all connectivity, network equipment, network placement, data center placement, IP address assignments, and firewall rules. Produces project deliverables/documentation in the form of detailed "build" specifications and network diagrams.

• Provides Network/IP address assignments for non-project requests. Performs non-project technical consultation with Customers, Client Advocates, or Application Owners.

• Assesses existing network infrastructure and produce detailed network diagrams to meet special requests (not deployment projects): for example, to respond to requests associated with a security compliance audit.

• Mentors less experienced engineers.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need:

Required Education:

• Bachelor's in a job-related field.

Degree Equivalency:

• Associates degree plus an extra 2 years job-related experience for a total of 10 years of required work experience (see "required work experience")

OR

• 12 total years required work experience.

Required Work Experience:

• 8 years of hands-on experience building or supporting IT infrastructure (servers and/or networks).

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of server technology and associated operating systems (Windows Server, AIX, Linux, and/or Sun);Advanced knowledge of network technologies and TCP/IP.

Required Software and Other Tools: Microsoft Office and Visio.

Required Licenses and Certificates:

• "C2" certification required by DOD (TRICARE)

We Prefer That You Have:

• Experience with designing within the Network as Code framework. (including utilization of GitHub as a repository for network configuration and using Ansible for network deployments)

• Cisco ACI Experience

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have access and opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401K retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Nine paid holidays

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Wellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discount

• Tuition assistance

• Service recognition

• Employee Assistance

• Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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