Network Wireless Specialist

at  Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

The lead wireless network specialist for the Trust enterprise wireless network to support the health, delivery and maintenance of an enterprise 802.11 wireless network infrastructure to meet modern standards and provide the best possible service for our staff, patients and carers. Providing expert advice in a range of IT networks and guidance across a range of technical areas relating to area of work. Developing, monitoring and maintaining a robust network infrastructure in support of the Trusts strategic direction. The Wireless Network Specialist works alongside the Network Manager to provide technical expertise and leadership to the Network team.
They work closely with the Network Manager to develop and implement wireless infrastructure strategies, and ensure that the network infrastructure is secure, reliable, and performing optimally. They proactively identify and implement technical improvements, including automation and monitoring, to optimise the infrastructure’s performance. In addition to providing technical guidance and support to the Network Manager, they will help mentor the leading engineers in network and infrastructure server team when required, enhancing their skills and knowledge. Wireless network expertise and knowledge are critical in troubleshooting complex network faults and issues and ensures that the Network and Infrastructure teams are up-to-date with industry best practices, and well equipped to deliver a service that enables high-quality patient care.
Has credibility with technology staff and managerial leaders. Can understand and learn quickly about relevant service delivery issues, take governance/due diligence processes and ethics into account and successfully engage and influence technical and managerial colleagues at all levels of the organisation in relation to Network technologies and the associated cyber security considerations. Works in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to document and communicate proposed and existing technical configuration documentation in relation to field of expertise. Please feel free to contact me for an informal discussion on the role prior to application/interview.
We are looking for a strong candidate to work with the team to deliver the best possible digital experience for our customers. Thanks, Dale Hopper - Network Manager dale.hopper@nhs.ne

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