IT Network Administrator II

Panasonic Corporation of North America • Irvine, CA

43d • $76,000 - $127,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Administer the Cisco network switches and wireless infrastructure equipment. Respond to support requests related to the IT infrastructure issues. Analyze and resolve Infrastructure hardware issues in a timely and accurate manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is preferred. Associates (2-year) degree plus certification could be substituted with additional experience. Certification alone with more extensive experience may be substituted in lieu of degree requirements
• 2+ years as hands-on Network Administrator supporting a large, globally-distributed networks, including data centers is required.
• Applicants with an Associate or no degree will typically need 3+ or 4+ years of experience
• CCNA: Routing and Switching (R&S) certification is required (current and valid)
• This role will be Hybrid (3 days per week: Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday onsite)

Nice To Haves

• CCNP: Routing and Switching (R&S) certification is preferred

Responsibilities

• Administer multiple systems (Cisco switches, Cisco Wireless LAN controllers, DNS/DHCP on various platforms), and act as Tier 1 and 2 escalation point for the IT Client Services Team for issues with the LAN/WAN environment.
• Work with IT Client Services team to setup printers and activate additional network ports for users.
• Install, configure, maintain, and trace/correct faults in network devices and cabling.
• Upgrade Cisco switch/route hardware to the latest recommended releases to mitigate security risks.
• Manage IP address allocation and tracking in IP Address Management (IPAM) tools.
• Perform troubleshooting at all OSI layers including routing issues.
• Utilize IT Operations Management tools (SolarWinds, etc.) to monitor environment and respond to and resolve issues in a timely fashion for affected nodes, links, and sites.
• Open and monitor vendor support cases.
• Provide real-time support during changes as needed.
• Participate in after-hours on-call rotation for Network Operations groups as well as for network functional team escalations.
• Opens and monitor support cases with our vendors as required, with a focus on Cisco TAC.
• Ensure adherence to network configuration and compliance standards.
• Create and update documentation and diagrams including use of Microsoft Visio.
• Proven knowledge of Cisco LAN technologies, including routing protocols, VLANS and IP subnetting.
• Working knowledge of subnet masking, TCP/IP, and various network protocols.
• Working knowledge of Cisco WLAN technologies including controllers, access points, Cisco Prime AND 802.11 fundamentals.
• Good working knowledge of network cabling infrastructure and specifications including copper and fiber optic.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision as well as working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to prioritize the given tasks and finish tasks on time.

Benefits

• We offer flexible-hybrid work opportunities.
• Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive unlimited PTO. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year plus a paid company-wide shut down in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year.
• Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
• 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1
• Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees