LEAD NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR

Lead Network Administrator - These solutions enable the organization''s future-state business capabilities and drive the organization?s targeted business-outcomes. Data Communication Technologies include data center infrastructure, cloud, mobile and Internet of Things (IoT). He/she provides the leadership, facilitation, analysis and design tasks required for the development of an enterprise''s network architecture and works closely with his direct management as well as with our solution Architect on network projects across different regions within Cooper Standard. The IT Network Administrator ? Lead takes care about 2nd and 3rd level activities within our global network team. He/she is responsible to monitor and secure our network infrastructure daily along with project planning and leading activities. This will also be a hands-on role and it includes both designing and implementing technology solutions that meet the needs of the business. This role will involve both new technology implementations and managing the support of the current infrastructure. The IT Network Administrator ? Lead will have deep and broad knowledge of LAN, WAN, Internet Security, Network Hard- and Software as well as Enterprise Routing concepts. To provide the evidence of a secure environment this position develops and provides regular reporting to the management level as well as to internal/external Auditors. IT Network Administrator Lead Responsibilities:Provides leadership and expertise in the evaluation, design and implementation of the global enterprise network environment. Manage and maintain different types of network, like WAN, LAN, WiFi, VPN, MPLS, IoT, Internet, SD-WAN. Leads the analysis of current technology environment to detect critical deficiencies and recommends solutions for improvement. In addition, leads the analysis of technology industry and market trends to determine their potential impact on the enterprise as well as on the enterprise technology architecture. Manage monitoring system, ensure that all locations and networks are properly configured and monitored, alerts are in place and distributed to the correct IT groups. Work on regional / global network solutions to meet our business requirements. Address day to day network related problems. Critical problems may require on-site support outside of standard working hours. Collaborates with business constituents, other team members, project teams and staff in various IT functional areas as needed to fulfill the responsibilities described above. Collaborates with the IT Security team to ensurethe confidentiality, integrity and availability of Cooper?s enterprise network environment. Runs and maintains network infrastructure projects that are proposed as a part of the corporate network roadmap. Work with infrastructure technology vendors to implement new technologies. Provides level 2 and level 3 support for issues arising around corporate network Services and global data communication. Plans and helps executing the migration of on-premise Services into the Cloud in conjunction and alignment with business requirements. Monitors and tracks appropriate Network KPIs. Ensure an optimal uptime and utilization by implementing and maintaining appropriate High Availability and offloading Solutions. Creates and delivers working, production-ready reference implementations that can be leveraged easily by agile teams. Participates in global IT projects and represent the Network Infrastructure team. Provide support and training to both IT and users communities. Required Skills and Abilities:In-depth knowledge of LAN, WAN and WLAN concepts/theories. Strong hands-on working experience working with Public Cloud solutions (e. G. AWS) and profound knowledge of Cloud-based network administration (e. G. VPC, Transit-GW, Firewall, Direct-Connect). Expertise across a broad range of network infrastructure related information including routing, switching, wireless, VPN connectivity, CoS/QoS, PBX, VoIP, communications protocols, URL filtering and datacenter operating environments. General knowledge base of major network infrastructure related vendors including, but not limited to, Cisco, Juniper, Meraki, Verizon. Experience managing data center network infrastructure and security operations, including monitoring, alerting, and incident management. In-depth knowledge of enterprise routing protocols and administering zone-based infrastructure security (firewalls, DMZ). Profound knowledge cloud and virtual network technologies and topologies. Understanding and knowledge of IT service management (ITSM) and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL). Detail oriented, good organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to multi-task effectively. Must be self-motivated and able to work independent of direct supervision. Ability to prioritize multiple projects, work under tight deadlines and handle changing priorities. Ability to effectively present and explain information to various groups at all levels of the organization. Education and Qualifications:Bachelor?s degree or equivalent experience. 5+ years? Experience in Network Administration. Minimum of five years of design and implementation experience in IT. Experience in international business environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Additional language skills are an advantage. Must reflect a courteous and professional attitude and be able to communicate with all levels of the company personnel as well as Cooper-Standard customers and vendors. AWS, Cisco, Juniper, Azure certifications a plus.