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# IT Network Manager

- **Company:** Johnson Electric
- **Location:** Plymouth, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, IP Addressing, Network Layer, Linux System Administration, Windows Servers, Network Architecture, Routing, Network Segmentation, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Access Point, Zabbix, Wi-Fi Technology, Tisax, Software Troubleshooting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Fortinet, Cisco
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/it-network-manager-plymouth-mi-usa-58827313

## About the Role

standards * Monitor performance with Zabbix and proactively mitigate risks * Support cybersecurity incidents and remediation * Ensure compliance with TISAX, CMMC and security audits * Lead or contribute to IT projects (upgrades, migrations, deployments) * Maintain network documentation and standard operating procedures * Coordinate with external vendors and service providers Tasks * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience) * 7+ years in IT infrastructure, networking or architecture * 3+ years supporting OT networks in a manufacturing environment * Strong expertise in routing, switching, firewalls, SD-WAN, IP addressing and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) * Cisco certifications (CCNA/CCNP/CCIE); CISSP strongly preferred * Experience with Windows Server and Linux environments * Strong troubleshooting, communication and project leadership skills * Ability to work independently in a fast-paced on-site manufacturing setting a

* requirements * Innovative environment * Professional development opportunities * Collaborative culture * Global exposure

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you will design, implement and support a secure, scalable network infrastructure for Johnson Electric's manufacturing operations, collaborating with global IT teams to ensure performance, reliability and cybersecurity. You will lead a team of Network Administrators and manage both enterprise and plant-floor networks, driving standards and incident response. The position offers global exposure and opportunities to work on impactful IT projects in a manufacturing setting. Compensation / Benefits * Design and implement scalable LAN, WAN and GAN network architectures * Lead and mentor a team of Network Administrators * Manage core/edge switching, OT networks and Wi-Fi access points * Implement Layer 2 and Layer 3 network protocols * Design plant-floor OT network segmentation (including Xona) * Deploy and support cybersecurity solutions (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Zscaler, Microsoft Defender) * Collaborate with global network teams to enforce infrastructure standards * Monitor performance with Zabbix and proactively mitigate risks * Support cybersecurity incidents and remediation * Ensure compliance with TISAX, CMMC and security audits * Lead or contribute to IT projects (upgrades, migrations, deployments) * Maintain network documentation and standard operating procedures * Coordinate with external vendors and service providers Tasks * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience) * 7+ years in IT infrastructure, networking or architecture * 3+ years supporting OT networks in a manufacturing environment * Strong expertise in routing, switching, firewalls, SD-WAN, IP addressing and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) * Cisco certifications (CCNA/CCNP/CCIE); CISSP strongly preferred * Experience with Windows Server and Linux environments * Strong troubleshooting, communication and project leadership skills * Ability to work independently in a fast-paced on-site manufacturing setting Key requirements * Innovative environment * Professional development opportunities * Collaborative culture * Global exposure


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