Network Administrator II

Ajinomoto Foods North America•Ontario, CA

20h

About The Position

Network Administrator II is responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's network infrastructure. They handle the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of network hardware and software. They also monitor network performance, security, and availability, and implement network upgrades and patches as needed. Additionally, they may be involved in network design and planning to meet the organization's current and future needs.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of Azure VNets, subnets, NSGs, and Azure Firewall. Hybrid connectivity using Azure VPN, ExpressRoute gateways. Experience with Azure load balancers, App gateways. Hub and spoke design.
Experience with administering Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine). Proficient in configuring 802.1X, MAB, and device profiling. Ability to design and maintain network access control (NAC) policies. Knowledge in integrating Cisco ISE with Active Directory, PKI, and network devices.
Proficient in wireless technologies 5Ghz/6Ghz bands. Ability to analyze Wi‑Fi performance issues using Ekahau Analyzer and Insights. Proficient in using Ekahau Pro for Wi‑Fi surveys, heatmapping, and predictive design.
In depth knowledge of routing protocols such as OSPF, EIGRP, BGP as well as static routes, floating routes, NAT, etc.
Configuration of Netflow, CBQoS, AAA, Radius, SNMP on Cisco IOS/IOS-XE platforms
Efficiently use various networking application software such as IPerf, Wireshark, Solarwinds to diagnosis difficult networking problems and recommend solutions based off of those findings
Knowledge and ability to solve problems involving VoIP protocols such as SIP, RTP,STUN
Proficient in scripting languages such as Python, Powershell
Design and support various network types such as LAN, WAN, VPN, intranet and extranet
Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning
Knowledge of cloud networking in an Azure environment – connecting on-prem and cloud networks
Design and develop software defined networks (SDN/SD-WAN) Specifically HP SilverPeak Edge technologies.
Identify single points of failure and architect and design high availability solutions using Cisco campus design models
Thorough knowledge of all layers of the OSI model and able to apply them to solve real world problems
Must be team player and exceptionally customer service oriented
Good understanding of organizations’ goals and objectives
Good communication skills (verbal and written)
Must be very organized and self-motivated / independent worker with keen attention to detail and follow through
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in high-pressure environment
Will need to have a broad knowledge of networking experience, with the ability to quickly learn new and unfamiliar technologies.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor degree in the field of computer science or information systems (desired)
Certifications in Cisco ( CCNA,CCNP,CCDA,CCDP), Palo Alto (ACE, PCNSE) preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures the efficient utilization of IT resources companywide
Conducts analysis of system performance, network and other IT activities to enhance overall service delivery to the business
Troubleshoots, maintains integrity and configure network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance
Supports the development and maintenance of all documentation related to network, operations, security and disaster recovery
Conducts technology research and feasibility studies / testing for new technologies
Executes and assists in the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, upgrade, and support of IT network systems, including wireless, switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers and other network related equipment
Establishes and maintain regular written and in-person communications with the department heads, end users and peers regarding pertinent IT activities
Works with other functional IT areas on project related activities including the development and maintenance of disaster recovery ability for all critical software and hardware systems
Prepares for disaster recovery and ensure that appropriate backups are completed and tested