Network Administrator

Position : Network Administrator

The Network Administrator is responsible for managing, monitoring, maintaining, and enhancing data networks, including LAN, wireless, data center, and complementary technologies employed in a heavy-industry environment. This role provides technology expertise and process leadership in applying new and existing technologies to deliver comprehensive solutions, with a focus on plant operations and industrial environments.

Major Responsibilities

Ensure the health and stability of data networks across assigned plant locations.

Support data network incident and event management, including investigation, troubleshooting, reporting, resolution, root cause analysis, and corrective action management.

Provide on-call and off-hours support as needed.

Design network solutions using approved, standard technologies in collaboration with peers, vendors, and partners.

Manage data networking support for key customer projects and contribute to projects across the organization.

Investigate new technologies and innovative solutions, including identification, testing, and business case development.

Monitor data networks for performance, security, and stability, taking proactive measures to address issues.

Contribute to core business processes such as business plan development, expense tracking, project planning, demand plan management, inventory tracking, standards compliance, audit coordination, and disaster recovery / business continuity planning.

Minimum Requirements

Demonstrated experience supporting data networking technologies in an enterprise environment, including :

LAN switching and routing in a Cisco enterprise network environment.

Wireless LAN support, including RF fundamentals, design & configuration, security management, troubleshooting, and monitoring.

Desired Qualifications

OT / Process Automation networking and related technologies.

Advanced IP routing experience, including BGP protocol proficiency.

Data center network support, including Cisco Nexus platform.

IP Telephony in a Cisco environment, including Call Manager, Unity, and related platforms.

Advanced Network Security technologies and solutions (Firewall, Network Admission Control).

Experience with the following is a plus :

WAN / BGP routing.

Server administration, including virtualization technology (VMWare or others).

Enterprise storage solutions (SAN / FCoIP / iSCSI).

Virtual desktop solutions.

Education

Bachelors degree preferred, or equivalent Enterprise IT support experience.

Cisco / Network certification (CCNA or greater) preferred.

Critical Competencies for Success

Ability to work safely in a dynamic, heavy-industry environment.

Results-oriented team member with strong self-starter qualities.

Skilled at managing complex incidents, identifying improvement opportunities, and developing innovative solutions.

Excellent time management skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.

Strong work ethic, with flexibility to meet critical deadlines.

Effective communication skills (oral and written) to interact with customers, vendors, and technical support staff globally.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage vendor relationships, including incident management, project coordination, and SLA compliance.

Availability for on-call support, including 24 / 7 team rotations and flexible hours as required.