Network Administrator

AMVAC CHEMICAL CORP • Irvine, CA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Network Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day administration, maintenance and support of the organization's network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and telecommunications systems across multiple sites. Reporting directly to the Director of Infrastructure & Operations, this individual plays a key role in ensuring network performance, availability, and security across the enterprise. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience managing enterprise network environments and a strong commitment to uptime, documentation, and continuous improvement. The company culture is dynamic, entrepreneurial and fast paced, and has been created following a number of domestic and international acquisitions during the last several years. American Vanguard is headquartered in Irvine, California. This position is on-site. You will join in the process of upgrading and standardizing our IT functions to bring uniform and consistent global standards to all of our worldwide entities.

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in network administration or a related infrastructure role within an enterprise environment
• Experience managing multi-site WAN environments including carrier circuit management and telecom coordination
• Familiarity with ITIL-based change management and incident management processes
• Strong hands-on knowledge of enterprise networking technologies including routing, switching, VLANs, QoS, BGP, OSPF, and MPLS
• Proficiency with firewall administration (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or equivalent) and VPN configuration
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and network security principles
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues efficiently
• Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across IT teams and with external vendors
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate documentation and change management practices

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SD-WAN technologies and cloud networking concepts (Azure Virtual Network, ExpressRoute, or equivalent) preferred
• Preferred certifications: Cisco CCNA or CCNP, CompTIA Network+, Fortinet NSE, or equivalent vendor certifications
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field desired
• Associate's degree with equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Experience with SD-WAN platforms (e.g., Cisco Meraki, Fortinet, VeloCloud, or equivalent)
• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Cisco DNA Center, or equivalent)

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and SD-WAN across all organizational sites
• Ensure network availability, performance, and reliability through proactive monitoring, capacity planning, and timely troubleshooting of issues
• Configure and manage network security controls including firewalls, VPNs, ACLs, and network segmentation in alignment with organizational security policies
• Support WAN connectivity and telecommunications infrastructure, including carrier circuit management and service provider coordination
• Assist in the design and implementation of network upgrades, expansions, and technology refresh initiatives as directed by the Director of Infrastructure & Operations
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date network documentation including diagrams, configurations, IP address management (IPAM), and change logs
• Respond to and resolve network-related incidents and service requests within defined SLAs; escalate complex issues as appropriate
• Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to support network security initiatives, vulnerability remediation, and compliance requirements
• Participate in on-call rotation to provide after-hours support for critical network incidents and outages
• Support disaster recovery and business continuity efforts related to network infrastructure, including DR testing and failover procedures

Benefits

• Industry leading Medical (PPO Insurance), Dental, and Vision care with low employee costs
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) offered
• Additional benefits will be provided upon hire

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree