IT Infrastructure Administrator

HOERBIGER Automatisierungstechnik Holding GmbH; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Waukegan is seeking a Network Administrator to ensure the stability of voice, data, and cloud services. You will collaborate with management on capacity needs, design networks, and oversee performance while contributing to a supportive and inclusive workplace. Join a global team dedicated to innovation and growth.

Benefits

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Educational assistance programs

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of related work experience.
• Proven experience with Azure and M365 administration.
• Excellent hardware troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy LANs, WANs, and Azure cloud environments.
• Configure, monitor, test, and report on network performance.
• Develop policies and procedures for network administration.

Skills

LAN design

WAN design

WLAN design

Network capacity planning

Network security principles

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelors degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Cisco switches

Checkpoint firewall

CrowdStrike

BeyondTrust

Job description

To ensure the stability and integrity of in-house voice, data, video, and wireless network service.

How you will make a difference

• Strategy and Planning: Collaborate with management to assess short- and long-term network and cloud capacity needs. Create/maintain documentation related to network and cloud configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records. Develop/implement policies, procedures and training plans for network administration, cloud usage and disaster recovery.
• Acquisition and Deployment: Design and deploy LANs, WANs, wireless networks, and Azure cloud environments, including servers, routers, switches, UPSs and other hardware. Conduct research on network and cloud products, services, protocols and standards. Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, software upgrades, and cloud services. Interact with vendors and contractors to secure network and cloud products and services.
• Operational Management: Configure, monitor, test and report on network and cloud environments and performance; troubleshooting as needed. Ensure connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephone equipment and other appliances. Manage servers, including database, email print, backup service and associated operating systems and software. Participate in management security solutions. Perform audits, system backups, and recovery.

What you should be good at

• Minimum Five years’ related work experience
• Proven experience with LAN, WAN, WLAN and WWAN design and implementation
• Proven experience with Azure administration and M365 administration
• Proven experience with network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices.
• Strong, hands-on technical knowledge of network and PC operating systems.
• Working technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, Internet standards, and cloud environments.
• Excellent hardware troubleshooting experience.
• Competence with testing tools and procedures for voice and data circuits.
• Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
• Knowledge of network security products such as Cisco switches, Checkpoint firewall, CrowdStrike and BeyondTrust
• Bachelors degree in computer science or related field preferred [not required]

What you can look forward to

• Comprehensive Benefits: 401(k) plan with matching contributions, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), FSA and HSA options.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO and paid holidays for a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Educational assistance programs and opportunities for career growth.
• Supportive Environment: A stable, team-based culture that values collaboration and innovation.
• Inclusive Workplace: Join a company committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging.

Who we are

Hoerbiger Rotary Solutions/Deublin Company is the leading manufacturer of Rotating Unions and Electrical Slip Rings- devices that allow the transfer of pressurized fluid or electricity from a stationary source into rotating machinery. Deublin spans the world with 13 offices including 5 manufacturing plants and wholly owned subsidiaries in Austria, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, Poland, Singapore, Spain, United Kingdom and United States. In Waukegan, the award-winning, ISO 9001-certified manufacturing plant, comprises approximately 200,000 sq. ft. accommodating administration, sales, marketing, Engineering, manufacturing, research, and development as well as a complete training facility.

Join our global team of over 6,000 colleagues and make a difference every day. Contribute to innovative solutions that save lives, reduce emissions, and drive progress in key industries like energy, automotive, and safety technology. Guided by our core values—Pioneering Spirit, Courage, Fairness, and Closeness—we are ENABLING CHANGE. FOR A BETTER TOMORROW. With opportunities to grow, learn, and collaborate across 43 countries and more than 133 locations, you’ll be part of a culture that values your ideas and your impact.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become part of our journey. #youmakeadifference

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