Senior Global Program Manager

Amgen; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Discretionary annual bonus program

Flexible work models including remote options

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company located in Thousand Oaks, CA is looking for a Network Engineer who will manage and maintain complex network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience in routing, switching, and network automation tools. A strong understanding of networking technologies like Infoblox and F5 is preferred. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. Join us in transforming the lives of patients while advancing your career.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and 4 years of Information Systems experience.
• High school diploma / GED and 6 years of Information Systems experience.
• Strong understanding of Routing, Switching, WAN and SD-WAN.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain complex network infrastructure including routing and switching.
• Configure and troubleshoot Infoblox appliances and F5 load balancers.
• Monitor network performance and identify potential issues proactively.

Skills

Network infrastructure management

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Communication skills

Network automation tools

Education

Associate’s degree in Information Systems or equivalent experience

High school diploma / GED with relevant experience

Tools

Infoblox

F5 load balancers

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will work with a team of talented network engineers and architects, who are accountable for security, compliance, and performance. You will also collaborate with other IT teams, such as Data Center Operations, Information Security, Service Management, and Internal Business Partners, to ensure alignment and integration of network solutions with business objectives. You will also support vendor relationships, contracts, and service-level agreements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain our complex network infrastructure, including routing, switching, WANs, wireless, IPAM, DNS, and DHCP.
• Configure and troubleshoot Infoblox appliances and F5 load balancers.
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify and resolve potential issues.
• Implement and maintain network automation solutions to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
• Stay up to date on the latest network technologies and trends.
• Document network configurations and procedures.
• Proactively identify and address potential network issues, providing solutions and recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Travel: Domestic and international travel up to 15% may be essential.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The engineering professional we seek will have these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and 4 years of Information Systems experience
• High school diploma / GED and 6 years of Information Systems experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Routing, Switching, WAN and SD-WAN, Wireless, Infoblox, and F5s.
• Experience with network automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Terraform) is a plus.
• Working knowledge of AI/ML concepts and their application in network operations is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What you can expect from us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

Benefits

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Apply now

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External/Internal postings:

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Additional Information

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