• Job Description

  Req#: 41350
  Overview
  
  

  At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.

  As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.

  What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values:

  • Clinical quality
  • Integrity
  • Service excellence
  • Teamwork
  • Accountability
  • Continuous improvement
  • Inclusion

  Our values aren’t empty words – they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.

  At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Click here to learn more about our benefits.

  Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will.

  
  Responsibilities
  
  

  The Director of Infrastructure Connectivity Services is responsible for leading the strategy, design, operations, and continuous improvement of all connectivity-related infrastructure across the enterprise. This includes the company’s physical and cloud-based networks, secure access services, wireless and telecommunications platforms, and hybrid connectivity between on-premise environments and Microsoft Azure. The role is critical in supporting clinical reliability, remote access, digital transformation, and scalable growth through acquisitions and new site buildouts.

  The Director leads a team of engineers and administrators across network engineering, operations, automation, and collaboration services. This position works closely with Cloud, Security, and Clinical IT teams to ensure seamless, secure, and high-performance infrastructure across all locations and platforms.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership over all infrastructure connectivity domains, including enterprise networking, remote access, wireless, and telecommunications.
  • Design, maintain, and optimize reliable connectivity across both physical and virtual environments, including on-premises data centers and Microsoft Azure.
  • Lead core network engineering efforts supporting routing, switching, segmentation, and performance tuning.
  • Oversee real-time monitoring and operations for network performance, availability, and issue resolution across all sites.
  • Direct wireless infrastructure initiatives to ensure seamless mobility and secure Wi-Fi access across clinical and corporate locations.
  • Manage implementation and policy enforcement for network access control (NAC), integrating identity-based access and device posture validation.
  • Ensure secure ingress/egress boundaries through firewall design, segmentation, and perimeter policy enforcement.
  • Drive network automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency, leveraging scripting and infrastructure-as-code for on-prem and cloud networks.
  • Lead DNS, DHCP, and IP address management (IPAM) services to support core addressing and name resolution across the enterprise.
  • Oversee VoIP and Unified Communications services, including both traditional on-premise systems and cloud-based collaboration platforms.
  • Direct remote access infrastructure and site connectivity, enabling secure access to applications from any location.
  • Support cloud network interconnectivity strategy to ensure secure and scalable integration between on-premise systems and Microsoft Azure.
  • Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and telecom carriers to ensure SLA performance and cost optimization.
  • Develop and manage annual budgets, resource planning, and capital project initiatives.
  • Build and mentor a high-performing team across all connectivity support areas, promoting technical depth and cross-training.
  • Ensure adherence to compliance standards, including HIPAA and internal cybersecurity policies, in collaboration with the IT Security team.

  Positions Reports to:

  VP – Information Technology

  
  Qualifications
  
  

  Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s beneficial).
  • 12+ years of progressive IT infrastructure experience, with at least 7 years in a leadership role overseeing enterprise network and connectivity services.
  • Deep technical knowledge of enterprise LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, firewalls, Wi-Fi, VPN, cloud networking, and voice systems.
  • Strong understanding of hybrid cloud environments, particularly Microsoft Azure network architecture.
  • Demonstrated experience managing large-scale network operations, monitoring platforms, and automation strategies.
  • Proven success in vendor management, project execution, and cross-functional team collaboration.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
  • Experience supporting healthcare or regulated environments (e.g., HIPAA) is highly preferred.

  Preferred Certifications:

  • Cisco CCNP/CCIE, Fortinet NSE, or similar enterprise network certifications.
  • Azure Network Engineer Associate or AWS Advanced Networking certification.

  Working Conditions:

  • Participation in after-hours or on-call escalation for major incidents.
  • Hybrid or remote work flexibility based on organizational needs.

  USD $145,000.00/Yr. USD $160,000.00/Yr.
  

  Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s beneficial).
  • 12+ years of progressive IT infrastructure experience, with at least 7 years in a leadership role overseeing enterprise network and connectivity services.
  • Deep technical knowledge of enterprise LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, firewalls, Wi-Fi, VPN, cloud networking, and voice systems.
  • Strong understanding of hybrid cloud environments, particularly Microsoft Azure network architecture.
  • Demonstrated experience managing large-scale network operations, monitoring platforms, and automation strategies.
  • Proven success in vendor management, project execution, and cross-functional team collaboration.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
  • Experience supporting healthcare or regulated environments (e.g., HIPAA) is highly preferred.

  Preferred Certifications:

  • Cisco CCNP/CCIE, Fortinet NSE, or similar enterprise network certifications.
  • Azure Network Engineer Associate or AWS Advanced Networking certification.

  Working Conditions:

  • Participation in after-hours or on-call escalation for major incidents.
  • Hybrid or remote work flexibility based on organizational needs.

  
  

  The Director of Infrastructure Connectivity Services is responsible for leading the strategy, design, operations, and continuous improvement of all connectivity-related infrastructure across the enterprise. This includes the company’s physical and cloud-based networks, secure access services, wireless and telecommunications platforms, and hybrid connectivity between on-premise environments and Microsoft Azure. The role is critical in supporting clinical reliability, remote access, digital transformation, and scalable growth through acquisitions and new site buildouts.

  The Director leads a team of engineers and administrators across network engineering, operations, automation, and collaboration services. This position works closely with Cloud, Security, and Clinical IT teams to ensure seamless, secure, and high-performance infrastructure across all locations and platforms.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership over all infrastructure connectivity domains, including enterprise networking, remote access, wireless, and telecommunications.
  • Design, maintain, and optimize reliable connectivity across both physical and virtual environments, including on-premises data centers and Microsoft Azure.
  • Lead core network engineering efforts supporting routing, switching, segmentation, and performance tuning.
  • Oversee real-time monitoring and operations for network performance, availability, and issue resolution across all sites.
  • Direct wireless infrastructure initiatives to ensure seamless mobility and secure Wi-Fi access across clinical and corporate locations.
  • Manage implementation and policy enforcement for network access control (NAC), integrating identity-based access and device posture validation.
  • Ensure secure ingress/egress boundaries through firewall design, segmentation, and perimeter policy enforcement.
  • Drive network automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency, leveraging scripting and infrastructure-as-code for on-prem and cloud networks.
  • Lead DNS, DHCP, and IP address management (IPAM) services to support core addressing and name resolution across the enterprise.
  • Oversee VoIP and Unified Communications services, including both traditional on-premise systems and cloud-based collaboration platforms.
  • Direct remote access infrastructure and site connectivity, enabling secure access to applications from any location.
  • Support cloud network interconnectivity strategy to ensure secure and scalable integration between on-premise systems and Microsoft Azure.
  • Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and telecom carriers to ensure SLA performance and cost optimization.
  • Develop and manage annual budgets, resource planning, and capital project initiatives.
  • Build and mentor a high-performing team across all connectivity support areas, promoting technical depth and cross-training.
  • Ensure adherence to compliance standards, including HIPAA and internal cybersecurity policies, in collaboration with the IT Security team.

  Positions Reports to:

  VP – Information Technology

• About the company

  SCA Health, is one of the largest providers of outpatient surgery in the United States.

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