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IPG Photonics is revolutionizing the laser industry as the pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, IPG has over 4,800 employees in more than 30 locations around the world. We aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.
Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions to make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.
Working at IPG Photonics you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.
IPG is looking for a Network Engineer to implement, maintain and support our growing need in voice, data, video and wireless network services. You will be part of the Network Infrastructure & Operations team that is responsible for designing and developing scalable, maintainable, universally available LANs and WANs network architectures across the organization that meet business objectives and SLAs. This individual will also analyze and resolve network hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion and provide end user training.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with department heads to assess near and long-term network capacity needs.
- Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records.
- Deploy and maintain LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including routers, hubs, switches, UPSs, and other hardware.
- Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry.
- Keep new and existing equipment, hardware, and software up to date.
- Configure networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling business objectives and processes.
- Administrating various devices and services (e.g. routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, Wi-Fi, MFA, VOIP phone system and security tools)
- Monitor network performance to ensure system availability and troubleshoot problem areas as needed.
- Responsible for troubleshooting end users' hardware, software, and peripheral devices for any network related issues.
- Ensure network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, fax machines, and other network appliances.
- Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information.
- Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics and reports. Participate in managing all network security solutions.
- Perform security audits, backups and recovery as needed.
- Some travel (10%) may be required.
Knowledge & Experience
- Proven experience and success with LAN, WAN, WLAN, and WWAN management and implementation.
- Solid 5+ years of experiences in supporting Palo Alto VPN & Firewalls, Cisco Wireless, Switches and Routers.
- Experience with the following considered a plus: Network automation, Video Conference Technology, SDWAN, Infoblox, Aruba Switching and wireless, and Cisco ISE
- Proven experience with network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices.
- Excellent hardware troubleshooting experience.
- Knowledge working with networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS)
- Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
- Able to conduct research into networking issues and products as required.
- Project management and ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.
- Highly initiative taking and directed, with keen diligence.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Able to prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Strong customer service with ability to verbally communicate complex concepts and address sensitive situations, resolve conflicts, negotiate, motivate, and persuade others.
- Experience working in a collaborative environment.
Formal Education & Certification
- Bachelor's degree in computer science and related field with minimum 5 years' experience.
- CCNP or similar level certifications a plus.
Pay Range:
The pay range on this posting applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location posted, the applicable range could differ. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.
Other Compensation: Employees in this role are eligible for additional rewards which could include:
- Annual Discretionary Bonus or Sales Bonus as Applicable
- Equity awards as applicable
Benefits Provided: All Regular* US employees receive:
- Paid vacation time accrued based on years of service
- Paid sick time
- 12 (twelve) Paid Holidays Each Calendar Year
*Prorated for reduced hour schedules
Additional Benefits Offered: IPG also offers access to:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with options for HSA/FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
- Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disabilityinsurance
- 401(k) plan with Company matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Adoption Assistance
- Pet Insurance
- Parental Bonding Leave
- Bright Horizons Backup Care
- Bright Horizons College Coach
*Benefits eligibility may differ by program for reduced hour schedules
Deadline and How to Apply
This job posting will remain active until a candidate is identified and/or the Company rescinds the job posting.
For full consideration, please click on the link to apply.
"Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action M/F D/V
IPG Photonics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. All employment decisions and personnel actions at IPG Photonics are administered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, qualified mental or physical disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic carrier status, any veteran status, any military service, any application for any military service, or any other category or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. IPG Photonics Corporation provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact (508) 506-2527 or email HR.Accommodations@ipgphotonics.com opens an email client applicationto request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
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