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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Administrator - **Company:** The Braun Corporation - **Location:** Winamac, IN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Systems Analysis, Internet Service Provider, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Network Administration, Performance Tuning, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Software Vulnerability Management, Wide Area Networks, Computer Networking Systems, Reliability of Systems, Drilldown, Operational Systems, Cisco - **Published:** June 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6c94250e03f9b3c6 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Windows?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, Required * Bachelor's degree in IT or equivalent experience * 3+ years of network administration experience * Hands-on experience with Cisco networking equipment * Strong understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, DNS, DHCP * Experience with Windows environments and Active Directory Preferred * Cisco certification (CCNA or CCNP) * Experience in manufacturing or industrial IT environments * Experience with fiber networking and structured cabling Working Conditions * Work performed in both office and manufacturing floor environments * May require lifting up to 40 lbs and working in confined spaces or equipment closets * Occasional after-hours work for maintenance or incident response ## Description The Network Administrator serves as a key technical resource responsible for the design, analysis, optimization, and continuous improvement of BraunAbility's enterprise network infrastructure. This role leads the engineering of secure, scalable, and high-performing network solutions across a multi-site manufacturing environment, supporting both corporate IT and operational technology (OT). The position requires advanced technical expertise and independent judgment to analyze business and operational requirements, define network specifications, and implement infrastructure solutions that enable reliable and secure connectivity across all facilities., Network Engineering & Systems Analysis * Analyze business, manufacturing, and operational requirements to design network architecture and connectivity solutions * Engineer and implement LAN/WAN, segmentation, and network infrastructure strategies across multiple sites * Evaluate and recommend network technologies, configurations, and performance improvements * Lead capacity planning, redundancy design, and infrastructure optimization initiatives * Define and maintain network standards, architecture principles, and best practices Network Design & Configuration * Design and configure Cisco-based network environments including routing, switching, and firewall architecture * Develop and implement VLAN structures, segmentation strategies, and secure network frameworks * Modify and optimize system configurations based on performance analysis and evolving business needs * Ensure integration of IT and OT environments through secure and reliable network design Performance Optimization & Advanced Troubleshooting * Perform deep-dive analysis of network performance, identifying trends, risks, and improvement opportunities * Lead root cause analysis efforts for complex or recurring network issues * Resolve advanced connectivity and infrastructure challenges requiring independent technical judgment * Proactively identify and implement preventative solutions to enhance system reliability Security & Infrastructure Strategy * Design and maintain network security architecture, including segmentation and access controls * Evaluate and implement security enhancements and vulnerability remediation strategies * Ensure network infrastructure aligns with enterprise security standards and compliance requirements Technical Leadership & Collaboration * Serve as a technical subject matter expert for network infrastructure across the organization * Partner with IT, engineering, and operations teams to align network solutions with business needs * Provide guidance and direction to internal teams and external vendors on network architecture and standards * Lead technical coordination with vendors, ISPs, and partners on infrastructure design and issue resolution Infrastructure Oversight & Implementation * Oversee deployment of network infrastructure, ensuring installations align with architectural standards and design intent * Provide technical direction for equipment installation, cabling, and infrastructure projects * Validate and approve infrastructure implementations to ensure quality, scalability, and compliance Documentation & Continuous Improvement * Develop and maintain network architecture documentation, diagrams, and design standards * Lead continuous improvement initiatives to modernize infrastructure and standardize processes * Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, reliability, and scalability of network systems ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Finding IT & Technology English-speaking Jobs in Germany ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/446-finding-it-technology-english-speaking-jobs-in-germany) - [How to Find Tech Jobs in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/279-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-amsterdam) - [Finding Jobs in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/375-finding-jobs-in-germany)