Applied Medical is a new generation 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:
- 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
The base compensation range for this role is $65000 – $120000 / year for the position in California. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries in California based on the date of this job posting. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range compensation package during your hiring process.
Please understand that the compensation range may be modified in the future. Each amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation once such amount is earned and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefit or any other form of compensation may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
The total compensation package for this position may also include [bonuses and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans].
Our total reward package also includes the following:
- Training and mentorship with ongoing learning and development courses
- On-campus wellness activities
- Comprehensive medical and dental and vision coverage
- Education reimbursement program
- 401(k) program with discretionary employer match
- Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule
All compensation and benefits are subject to the requirements and restrictions set forth in the applicable plan documents and any written agreements between the parties.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.