Justin Hawkins
About Justin Hawkins
Justin Hawkins is a Senior Network and Systems Engineer with extensive experience in security monitoring and IT infrastructure management. He has worked at Deborah Heart and Lung Center since 1995 and previously served as a Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic at Virtua Health for 22 years.
Work at Deborah Heart and Lung Center
Justin Hawkins has been employed at Deborah Heart and Lung Center as a Senior Network and Systems Engineer since 1995. In this role, he plays a crucial part in security monitoring and intrusion prevention for the enterprise. His responsibilities include overseeing the deployment and operation of hospital-wide PACS and EchoPACS systems, as well as managing remote connectivity and VPN construction for site-to-site communication. He engages in strategic IT planning and enterprise architecture, ensuring the integration of new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Virtua Health
Before joining Deborah Heart and Lung Center, Justin Hawkins worked at Virtua Health as a Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic from 1997 to 2019. During his 22 years in this role, based in Marlton, New Jersey, he gained valuable experience in emergency medical services and patient care. This background contributes to his current focus on ensuring effective IT systems that support healthcare operations.
Education and Expertise
Justin Hawkins studied at Ocean County College from 1995 to 1997, where he developed foundational knowledge that supports his extensive experience in IT. He possesses significant expertise in managing and maintaining complex IT infrastructure, including switches, routers, and storage systems. His skills also encompass disaster planning and recovery for IT systems, as well as the configuration and management of Active Directory and enterprise-wide accessibility.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
In his role as Senior Network and Systems Engineer, Justin Hawkins is responsible for a variety of technical tasks. He ensures superb customer support and positive interactions while leveraging his extensive IT technical knowledge. His work includes security monitoring, intrusion prevention, and the management of hospital-wide systems, which are critical for maintaining operational continuity and enhancing patient care.