Network Engineer
About The Position
Capricor Therapeutics (NASDAQ: CAPR) is a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing transformative cell and exosome-based therapies for rare diseases. At the forefront of our innovation is Deramiocel (CAP-1002), our lead cell therapy in late-stage development for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. We are also harnessing our proprietary StealthX™ exosome platform to unlock new possibilities in targeted delivery and vaccinology. Every program reflects our commitment to pushing the boundaries of science and delivering life-changing treatments to patients and families who need them most. We are seeking a Network Engineer to support and scale network infrastructure within a fast-paced biotech environment. This role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, compliant, and highly available network systems that support research labs, clinical systems, and corporate operations. The ideal candidate has strong enterprise networking experience and understands the unique requirements of GMP-regulated environments, including system validation, data integrity, and audit readiness.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 4–7+ years of experience in network engineering within regulated or enterprise environments
- Strong knowledge of Layer 2/Layer3 switching, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs
- Hands-on experience with Cisco, Cisco ISE, Palo Alto (Devices and Prisma) and other network technologies
- Experience managing firewalls, global protect VPNs, and cisco switches
- Familiarity with network monitoring and alerting tools
- Strong troubleshooting skills across both infrastructure and application connectivity
Nice To Haves
- Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences organizations
- Understanding of GMP validation processes (IQ/OQ/PQ) and audit requirements
- Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or Palo Alto PCNSE
- Experience with cloud networking (AWS VPC, Azure VNets, ExpressRoute/VPN Gateway)
- Familiarity with lab environments, including instrument connectivity and OT networks
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and support LAN/WAN/WLAN infrastructure across office and laboratory environments
- Configure and maintain Cisco devices (wireless and switches), Palo Alto Firewalls and Prisma
- Support segmented networks for lab instruments, manufacturing systems, and corporate users
- Ensure network compliance with FDA, and SOX requirements where applicable
- Partner with Quality and Compliance teams on validation documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
- Monitor and troubleshoot network performance using tools like SolarWinds or similar platforms
- Implement and maintain network security controls
- Support cloud networking (AWS/Azure) and hybrid connectivity to SaaS platforms (e.g., Veeva, NetSuite)
- Maintain accurate network diagrams, SOPs, and audit-ready documentation
- Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and change management processes
- Work closely with cybersecurity, and support teams to support critical systems
Benefits
- employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage
- company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
- a 401(k) plan with company match
- paid time off and company holidays
- paid parental leave
- discretionary annual performance bonus
- long-term equity incentive awards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
