Network Administrator

KARL STORZ•El Segundo, CA

6d•$81,100 - $105,300•Hybrid

About The Position

The Network Administrator administers, configures, maintains, and troubleshoots KARL STORZ’s Cisco-based local and wide area networks to keep them available, secure, and performing well. The role participates in network projects, contributes to network designs and documentation, and stays current on networking best practices and emerging technologies. Working with the local US-based network team and global network colleagues, the administrator takes responsibility for day-to-day operation of assigned systems, implements changes according to global standards and change management practices, and resolves incidents. Complex or architectural issues are handled in partnership with the Senior Network Administrator and global colleagues. The role has a hybrid schedule, with two days working from home and three days in El Segundo, California. Periodic travel may be required for site implementations, infrastructure upgrades, training, and team initiatives. The position participates in an on-call rotation and scheduled disaster recovery and network failover tests. Compensation is between $81,100 and $105,300. The position is not eligible for current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

At least 3 years of hands-on network administration experience in a Cisco-based enterprise environment supporting LAN, WAN, and wireless networks.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
Cisco CCNA certification.
Solid hands-on proficiency with TCP/IP, IP addressing and subnetting, and DNS, DHCP, and IPAM administration.
Strong hands-on Cisco router and switch configuration and troubleshooting via CLI (IOS/IOS-XE and NX-OS) in a multi-site environment, including VLANs, trunking, EtherChannel, spanning tree, HSRP, ACLs, static routing, OSPF/EIGRP/BGP, and QoS.
Hands-on configuration and administration of next-generation firewalls, site-to-site and remote access VPN, and SD-WAN; Fortigate is preferred.
Experience with one or more Cisco management or security platforms, such as Cisco ISE, DNA Center/Catalyst Center, or Meraki Dashboard.
Experience administering enterprise wireless controllers and access points, Wi-Fi 6/6E, and network access control (NAC/802.1X).
Proficiency with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools, such as SNMP/NetFlow monitoring and Wireshark, and structured troubleshooting.
Working knowledge of scripting with PowerShell or Python.
Familiarity with the ITIL process framework and previous experience using ITSM tools.
Ability to work effectively with local teams and global colleagues across regions and time zones, handling day-to-day work with limited supervision.
Sound judgment, ability to prioritize competing tasks, ownership of issues through resolution, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, teamwork, and clear communication with technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to maintain productive working relationships and treat fellow employees with respect.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and use a logical, methodical approach.
Team-player attitude, open-mindedness, ability to work in a virtual team, and excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and work on ladders; ability to bend and stretch as needed. Assistance may be requested.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of network administration experience, including hands-on Cisco enterprise routing and switching in a multi-site environment.
Cisco CCNP Enterprise certification or progress toward it; Cisco specialist certifications such as CCNP Security or Cisco Enterprise Wireless.
Other vendor certifications, such as Palo Alto Networks (PCNSA/PCNSE), Fortinet (NSE), Aruba, or Cisco Meraki (CMNA).
Microsoft Azure networking certification, such as AZ-700.
Experience with Cisco DNA Center/Catalyst Center, Cisco Meraki, Cisco SD-WAN (Catalyst SD-WAN/Viptela), and Cisco ISE.
Experience with network segmentation, SolarWinds or PRTG monitoring platforms, Microsoft Azure networking, VMware ESXi networking, Python or Ansible automation, Git version control, and IPv6.
Hands-on experience with Zscaler, Akamai Guardicore, and Fortinet.
Strong ownership mindset and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple work items in a fast-paced environment; experience in a global or multi-region IT organization; and experience guiding helpdesk or junior staff on network issues.

Responsibilities

Monitor LAN, WAN, and wireless network health, performance, and availability; tune alert thresholds and respond to and resolve alerts.
Administer, configure, and maintain Cisco routers, Catalyst and Nexus switches, and SD-WAN edge devices across manufacturing, distribution, and office sites in alignment with global standards.
Administer and troubleshoot enterprise wireless systems, including access point deployment and configuration, site surveys, and remediation.
Configure and maintain firewalls, remote access and VPN, and network access control in accordance with established security policies and standards.
Troubleshoot network incidents and service requests through resolution, perform root-cause analysis, and collaborate with US and global network colleagues on complex or cross-region issues.
Plan and implement patching, firmware updates, and lifecycle replacement of network components according to the maintenance schedule.
Administer IP address management (IPAM), DNS, and DHCP services.
Implement and maintain cloud and hybrid connectivity, including site-to-site VPN and Azure virtual network connectivity.
Partner with Information Security on vulnerability remediation, log forwarding, and audit evidence requests.
Follow ITIL change, incident, and problem management practices; prepare, implement, and document network changes in coordination with local and global network teams.
Participate in the on-call rotation, network projects, site build-outs, and facility moves, contributing to network designs and implementation plans.
Use scripting and automation to streamline recurring network tasks and configuration standards.
Provide technical guidance to helpdesk and junior IT staff on network issues as needed.
Create and maintain network documentation, diagrams, and runbooks for current and new solutions.
Remain abreast of industry standards and best practices for networking technologies.
Participate in scheduled disaster recovery and network failover tests.