Network Administrator

About the Job:

We are seeking an experienced Network Administrator to manage and support the factory’s IT network infrastructure, ensuring high availability for both enterprise IT systems and production-connected environments (IT & OT).

This role requires strong networking expertise within an industrial manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain LAN/WAN infrastructure (Core, Distribution, Access layers).
• Support active and passive components (switches, routers, firewalls, cabling, patch panels, racks).
• Configure and manage VLANs, routing, and network segmentation (IT & OT zones).
• Maintain network redundancy and high availability (failover, link aggregation).
• Support and secure wireless infrastructure across plant areas.
• Manage VPN and secure remote access connectivity.
• Monitor network performance and capacity using monitoring tools.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues affecting SAP, MES, and production systems.
• Maintain firewall rules and network security controls.
• Maintain network documentation, diagrams, and configuration backups.
• Ensure compliance with IT security and industrial networking standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Network Administration (Manufacturing experience is preferrable).
• Core Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VLAN, routing, subnetting, Core/Access switch configuration, Firewall administration, VPN configuration, Network monitoring tools, Structured cabling standards, High-availability network troubleshooting, basic understanding of IT/OT segmentation principles.
• Fluent in English (spoken & written)

Certifications:

• CCNA (required)
• CCNP (preferred)