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Applied Medical is a new medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field. Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.
Position Description
As a Network Operations Center (NOC) Engineer, you will be responsible for working within the framework of a team and performing the following activities during specific timeframes:
First 30 daysFocus on learning about the company and your role
Complete all company and department-specific standard operating procedures (SOPs) and trainings
Learn about your team structure and the individuals who are part of it
Discover the systems that are used in the company
Understand the processes that the company follows
Within 60 daysFocus on contributing to the company's overall mission and departmental objectives
Develop a good understanding of the people, systems, and processes
Identify gaps in the current processes and systems
Become familiar with our California campuses
Familiarize yourself with the SolarWinds tool
Before the end of 90 daysUse your knowledge and experience gained in the first 60 days to triage and completed requests and incidents, as necessary
Be able to analyze traffic going through the firewall
Become familiar with our remote offices network infrastructure
Have a strong understanding of our network topology
Ongoing Troubleshoot issues with local-area network (LAN) and wide-area network (WAN) infrastructures
Configure internet protocol (IP) networks consisting of switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, and network monitoring devices for local data centers and intermediate distribution frames (IDFs) across all Applied Medical campuses
Operate daily authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) services, such as Cisco ISE and network monitoring systems
Operate Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) Center, Cisco Common Services Platform Collector (CSPC), and other network management tools
Maintain corporate network infrastructures using HP and Cisco products, such as switches, routers, wireless access points, Firepower firewalls, and adaptive security appliances (ASAs)
Integrate core network monitoring services with other systems through use of services, such as application programming interface (API) and pxGrid
Participate in technology integration efforts and projects with other cross-functional teams
Design and implement projects for the Network team
Lead projects by collaborating with other team members and project management teams
Propose solutions and create network designs that meet the project's needs and actively participating in all project meetings
Troubleshoot and complete ticket requests
Develop business continuity protocols to minimize disruption in business operations in the event of emergency situations or data loss
Provide recommendations for improvements to establish efficiency and efficacy standards within the department
Evaluate, plan, and execute changes consistent with current technology trends
Act as an operations escalation point for service exceptions in an on-call rotation
Design and execute complex change management activities in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
Foster and maintain relationships with external vendors, service providers, and customers
Draw network diagrams
Train and instruct other NOC engineers
Position Requirements
This position requires the following skills and attributes:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology (IT), or a related field
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification
Minimum of two years’ experience or equivalent working as a NOC Engineer or in network operations
Minimum of four years’ experience or equivalent working in IT, or a related field
Advanced knowledge of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), dynamic routing protocols, Cisco and HP switches, firewalls, routers, wireless access points, network access control systems, AAA services, Cisco ISE, Cisco (DNA) Center, and Linux servers
Experience configuring, managing, and setting up effective monitoring alerts on SolarWinds or another network monitoring tool
Proficient with Microsoft Visio
Perform physical activities, such as lifting and relocating equipment, climbing heights to carry out cabling tasks, and working in enclosed spaces
Effective oral and written communication skills
Technical aptitude and detail oriented
Strong project management and multitasking skills
Work outside of normal working hours during maintenance windows and planned moves
Open to on-going trainings and certifications, as needed
Travel, as needed
Benefits
Competitive compensation range: $80000 - $(phone number removed) / year (California).
Comprehensive benefits package.
Training and mentorship opportunities.
On-campus wellness activities.
Education reimbursement program.
401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
Generous vacation accrual and paid vacation schedule.
Please note that the compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and bonus and incentive compensation plans may apply.
Our total reward package reflects our commitment to employee growth and well-being, as we invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and life.
All compensation and benefits are subject to plan documents and written agreements.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , ancestry, , (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, , expression, , genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, , political affiliation, , creed, (including , childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or , or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.