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Job SummaryAs a key member of the IT Operations group, reporting to the Network Manager,the Network Engineer`s primary focus is on leading critical IT projects and handle escalation from operations team As a Network Engineer you will deploy best practices across the network with special attention to wireless deployments and configurations,network security and refreshesAs part of this well-respected IT group, you will collaborate with multiple individuals from different teams and act as an key contributor in deployment of the latest technologies (5G, IIOT, Cloud) at AvantorHandle Critical projects: Support Critical projects involving Data Centers and high priority sitesLAN/WAN/Wireless: Design, Deploy and maintain the Network Infrastructure.
Handle Escalation: Take care of escalations from the operations teamNetwork Standard: Be a lead in analyzing the current network setup and improve them to meet the standardsLead Technical Support: Optimize and make a positive employee support experiencePartner with Security & Compliance: Drive core security and compliance projects to ensure we're protecting our information assetsExcel at communication: Be a clear & timely communicator to our associates & leadership, about the state and strategy of Core IT Services & OperationsChampion and role model Avantor's cultural principles: Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset,Be Inclusive, Win as a Team as we scale globally and across new officesQUALIFICATIONS (Education/Training, Experience and Certifications)Bachelor's degree or equivalent experienceMinimum 4 years of experience working with information technology, with emphasis on wide area data networksExperience in large network environments (more than 1,000 employees & 50+ sites)Experience dealing directly with major telecommunication carrier(s) and outsourcing service provider(s)Familiarity with wide area data network environment is a plus.
CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or other advanced network and infrastructure professional certifications preferredKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently)Skills: Thorough understanding of technology as it relates to telecommunications & data communications,data centers, network architecture, security, and troubleshootingMust have led large network migrations or transformationsGood understanding of the Network Technologies such as VLANs, STP, VPNs, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, SD-WANHaving Cloud Networking knowledge on AWS/Azure will be an added advantageMust have excellent troubleshooting skillHands on experience in LAN WAN deployments, SD-WAN, Firewalls - Palo Alto.
Solid experience with Networking products of Cisco, F5, Palo Alto, Viptela, Meraki, and ArubaVery good understanding of service provider and telecommunications carrier businessAdditional qualities: Desire to focus on and please the customer, ability to understand requests from the customer's point of viewCommitment to high professional and ethical standards in a diverse workplaceDISCLAIMER:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this positionAvantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employerEEO Statement:We recognize the value of diverse workforce and aim to create employment opportunities such that all employees achieve their full potential and work in an environment free of discrimination and harassment.
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, caste, color, religious creed, ethnicity, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by central, national, provincial or local laws3rd party non-solicitation policyBy submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation