Job Overview
As a Digital & Data Senior Network Officer at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) you will play a pivotal role in delivering and managing a modern, resilient and secure digital network across 100 Trust sites and partner networks. In addition, you will be responsible for delivering and managing the Trusts network infrastructure in conjunction with the network manager. The Trust utilise modern Cisco technologies which have recently undergone major investment and a complete overhaul of all Switching, routing and wireless infrastructure utilising Cisco DNAC at the heart of the network. We are looking for an enthusiastic, well organised solutions engineer who lives our values of respect, compassion and responsibility to assist with the implementation of our Digital and Data Journey to Change (see attachment). This is a unique opportunity to work within a Cisco SDA network and enhance your existing skillset. You will provide proactive system support to maintain and develop a comprehensive network and telecommunications systems infrastructure and associated devices within the Trust. This includes monitoring and maintaining the Trust IT Network infrastructure, its environment and associated systems. Carry out monitoring of the Network, Telecommunications and Network Security devices and environments to ensure the integrity of the environments and to maximise performance for end users. Ensure that effective Incident and problem management processes are followed and are actively manages calls in accordance with SLA's, utilising escalation processes both internal and external when required. Follow the change control process for all changes to the Network, Telecommunications and Network Security estate, that incorporate standard, normal and emergency changes, including supplier led changes and system upgrades. Working for our organisation We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby. From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care – our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for. We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health. We’re committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it. We won’t rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Technical Knowledge
* Good technical knowledge in one of more of the following areas:
* Network Design
* Cisco IOS/IOS-XE Software
* Wireless Network Technologies managed by Cisco Catalyst Centre, and using basics of Cisco ISE
* Telephony Technologies
* Network Security utilising IPS/IDS technologies
* Network Circuits, switch support and development requiring excellent Layer 2 and 3 skills
* Network management tools including PRTG and Cisco Catalyst Centre.
* Network Routing Protocols
* Remote Access Solutions
* MPLS
* VLAN's
* TCP/IP
* VPN's
Right to Work in the UK
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the United Kingdom (UK) are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Please note that from January 2021, to work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply can self‑assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here. Browse: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. Overseas applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Guidance can be found here. Criminal records checks for overseas applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Your current immigration status will not be considered as part of the shortlisting or interview process. Please note that not everyone needs a 'Skilled Worker' visa. If you are applying for a vacancy in health or adult social care, you may be eligible to apply for the Health and Care Worker visa instead, subject to role meeting the required conditions. We are able to offer sponsorship for a Health and Care Worker or Skilled Worker visa, subject to candidate and position eligibility. Please review the job eligibility guidance for skilled workers here: Skilled Worker visa: Your job - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) and for the Health and Care Worker visa here: Skilled Worker visa: eligible healthcare and education jobs - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note: if the job you are applying for does not meet the eligibility criteria above, we will be unable to offer you sponsorship and you will need to explore whether you may be eligible to apply for an alternative immigration route which will secure your Right to Work in the UK before you apply. If you are in the UK already on a visa, please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
AI in Recruitment
We are aware that Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology is increasingly being used to generate responses for application forms. Applications for this role should be written by the applicant and if, during shortlisting, a Recruiting Manager believes AI has been used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Fixed Term Posts
If the contract type on the vacancy states 'Fixed Term' this would mean the vacancy is being advertised to address a temporary need for the duration stipulated on the advert, however, in the event that permanent funding is secured for the post the successful applicant will be confirmed in post on a permanent basis. Internal applicants must ensure that prior to applying they have agreement from their current line manager that they can be released on a secondment basis.
Support with Applications
We have computers facilities available in our libraries (Durham, Middlesbrough, and Darlington) to support applicants. If you would like to access a laptop for your application, please contact the library team to arrange a time to visit, please email: [email protected]. We will always endeavour to make this available however we cannot guarantee that we will be able accommodate this before the vacancy closes.
No Smoking Policy
Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is committed to the protection of staff, service users and visitors to the Trust from second hand smoke and currently operates a no smoking policy which ensures all buildings and grounds are smoke free.
Workplace Culture
Here at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys Foundation NHS Trust, we want you to have a positive experience when you start your new role with us. To ensure you have great welcome, for all new starters joining the Trust, we offer two start dates per month on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of that month.
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