Remote Computer Networking Associate Degree Jobs in Oregon

Location: Remote

Department: Core Tech Network

Schedule: 8 hour shift, Monday-Friday

Salary: $116,413 - $162,273 per year

#LI-REMOTE

• Own and optimize the organization's core routing and switching infrastructure across campus and data center environments, ensuring the stability, performance, and availability of critical network services.
• Serve as the senior technical escalation point for complex network incidents, leading deep Layer 2 and Layer 3 troubleshooting efforts and restoring service across large-scale production environments.
• Drive continuous improvement of the network platform by leading upgrades, migrations, and operational enhancements across Cisco, Extreme Fabric Connect, ACI, and NDFC technologies while mentoring fellow engineers.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 1 year of experience OR 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. 2 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

• 8-10+ years of hands-on network engineering experience
• Proven experience supporting large-scale enterprise and data center environments
• Expert-level hands-on experience with:
  • Cisco routing and switching (Catalyst, Nexus)
  • Extreme VOSS / Fabric Connect
  • Cisco ACI
  • Cisco NDFC
• Strong expertise in:
  • Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, route redistribution, policy control)
  • Layer 2 technologies (VLANs, STP, VXLAN/EVPN fundamentals)
  • Data center networking and fabric architectures (operational support)
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex, multi-layer network issues under pressure
• Experience in mission-critical, high-availability environments

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

E-Verify statement

Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.

Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.