Job summary
As part of the Network Team this role assists in delivering coretechnology services to the Trust. This role has delegated responsibilityfor key tasks enabling operational continuity and future developmentof all Trust systems. Awareness is required of local and nationalinitiatives, standards and best practice as well as industry standards.
To assist the Trust Communications and Voice Manager in proactivelymanaging the installation, maintenance, development and support ofthe Trust's network infrastructure including data, voice and videoconferencing technologies.
To do so in accordance with Trust, industry and national standards.
To ensure that all systems operate with a focus on customer-baseddelivery.
To ensure all Trust network systems are operating within a secureenvironment. To ensure proper awareness of own responsibilities inaccordance with Trust policies and the Data Protection Act.
Main duties of the job
Proactive Development: Work closely with the Network Manager to identify key areas for network development, ensuring the infrastructure meets current and future demands. This includes assessing new technologies, recommending upgrades, and implementing solutions to improve network performance and security.oNetwork Security: Implement the highest standards of security across all network systems. This includes configuring and managing firewalls, enforcing access controls, and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. The post holder will play a key role in identifying and mitigating network vulnerabilities.oDisaster Recovery: Assist the Network Manager in planning and executing disaster recovery procedures in the event of a major network incident. Develop and test recovery plans to ensure business continuity and minimize downtime.oReal-Time Network Monitoring: Ensure helpdesk and technical teams are informed of real-time network performance, issues, and changes. Implement monitoring tools to proactively identify and address network faults before they impact services.oNetwork Administration: Manage network administration functions, including configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of routers, switches, and other critical infrastructure. Ensure system uptime and performance targets are met.
About us
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As part of the Network Team this role assists in delivering coretechnology services to the Trust. This role has delegated responsibilityfor key tasks enabling operational continuity and future developmentof all Trust systems. Awareness is required of local and nationalinitiatives, standards and best practice as well as industry standards.
To assist the Trust Communications and Voice Manager in proactivelymanaging the installation, maintenance, development and support ofthe Trusts network infrastructure including data, voice and videoconferencing technologies.
Network Systems Development and Management Proactive Development: Work closely with the Network Manager to identify key areas for network development, ensuring the infrastructure meets current and future demands. This includes assessing new technologies, recommending upgrades, and implementing solutions to improve network performance and security. Network Security: Implement the highest standards of security across all network systems. This includes configuring and managing firewalls, enforcing access controls, and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. The post holder will play a key role in identifying and mitigating network vulnerabilities.
Planning and OrganisationStrategic Planning: Contribute to the strategic planning of network infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with the Trusts overall IT and digital strategies. This includes assessing current capacity, future demands, and making recommendations to the Network Manager for upgrades or new implementations.
Network Security and ComplianceAccess Control: Assist in maintaining all aspects of network security, including managing firewall access, ensuring that external connections are secured, and that internal networks are protected from threats. Implement and enforce policies that comply with national data protection standards.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As part of the Network Team this role assists in delivering coretechnology services to the Trust. This role has delegated responsibilityfor key tasks enabling operational continuity and future developmentof all Trust systems. Awareness is required of local and nationalinitiatives, standards and best practice as well as industry standards.
To assist the Trust Communications and Voice Manager in proactivelymanaging the installation, maintenance, development and support ofthe Trusts network infrastructure including data, voice and videoconferencing technologies.
Network Systems Development and Management Proactive Development: Work closely with the Network Manager to identify key areas for network development, ensuring the infrastructure meets current and future demands. This includes assessing new technologies, recommending upgrades, and implementing solutions to improve network performance and security. Network Security: Implement the highest standards of security across all network systems. This includes configuring and managing firewalls, enforcing access controls, and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. The post holder will play a key role in identifying and mitigating network vulnerabilities.
Planning and OrganisationStrategic Planning: Contribute to the strategic planning of network infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with the Trusts overall IT and digital strategies. This includes assessing current capacity, future demands, and making recommendations to the Network Manager for upgrades or new implementations.
Network Security and ComplianceAccess Control: Assist in maintaining all aspects of network security, including managing firewall access, ensuring that external connections are secured, and that internal networks are protected from threats. Implement and enforce policies that comply with national data protection standards.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in relevant discipline
- CISCO Certified Professional
Desirable
- ITIL V3/4 Foundation
- Working Knowledge of BS7799
Experience
Essential
- Significant Experience in managing large scale, complex networks
- Experience in configuring & managing advanced networks
Desirable
- Proven experience in managing IT Projects
- Knowledge of routing, switching and wireless
- Knowledge of IP telephony and voicemail systems
- Knowledge of installing and troubleshooting analogue and digital telephone systems
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in relevant discipline
- CISCO Certified Professional
Desirable
- ITIL V3/4 Foundation
- Working Knowledge of BS7799
Experience
Essential
- Significant Experience in managing large scale, complex networks
- Experience in configuring & managing advanced networks
Desirable
- Proven experience in managing IT Projects
- Knowledge of routing, switching and wireless
- Knowledge of IP telephony and voicemail systems
- Knowledge of installing and troubleshooting analogue and digital telephone systems
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
