Senior Network IT Engineer

AI overview

Contribute to secure and resilient network design while leading complex projects across global sites and driving automation in network management.

The Senior Network IT Engineer supports the development of secure, scalable, and resilient networks by designing and implementing enterprise LAN/WLAN networks, leading complex projects, and providing expert-level support across global sites. This role collaborates with internal teams and external partners, contributes to architectural decisions, and drives continuous improvement aligned with modern IT practices including automation.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and support LAN/WLAN infrastructure
Lead and deliver complex network projects across global locations
Monitor and optimize network performance and availability
Configure and manage firewalls and secure LAN environments
Support OT manufacturing network connectivity and collaborate with OT engineers
Automate network tasks and contribute to process improvements
Create and maintain technical documentation and network diagrams
Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors
Drive incident resolution and problem management processes

Must Have:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related equivalent work experience
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent experience
7–10 years of network engineering experience with large enterprise network environments
Strong knowledge of LAN/WLAN architectures, routing protocols, and network security firewalls
Hands-on experience with planning, implementation, and administration of Cisco network devices
Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and business teams
Ability to assess and deploy technologies to meet diverse business needs
Must have the ability to explain technical topics to IT and non-IT colleagues
Eagerness to learn and develop

Nice to Have:

Experience securing OT manufacturing networks
Experience using Cisco ISE's to implement Network Access Control
Experience with Cisco VoIP systems
Network automation experience (e.g., Ansible, Terraform)

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