Overview

The candidate will be immersed in the elements of strategic planning, architecture, high-level design, and optimization of the Waters Corporation global IP network. Works with architecture, engineering, security, operational, and application experts to set standards and engineering guidance for all aspects of the IP network. S/he will provide architecture/design support and request fulfillment associated with Waters Corporation network infrastructure

Responsibilities

Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to IT teams and Service Providers to modify and maintain existing Waters Corporation network architecture, completion of project requests, capacity analysis, health and performance management, continuous service improvement, new technology recommendations, business/technical analyses, reporting, and project management.
Work efficiently with our technology providers as well as other third-party engineering, application, and operations teams.
Key areas of focus will be network architecture/design, development of technology roadmaps, and the optimization of Waters Corporation data center, campus, manufacturing, distribution center, and remote office networks.

Qualifications

Required:

Undergraduate degree in an engineering or computer science discipline and/or equivalent experience/certification
10+ years of experience in each of the following areas:

Enterprise level Network design, troubleshooting, and support
Enterprise level DNS, and/or DHCP solutions
Advanced Cisco networking technologies
Network virtualization products/technologies
Routing, switching, and IP subnetting
TCP/IP and common network protocols
Documenting architectural standards, policies, and engineering designs

8+ years of experience in each of the following areas:

Enterprise network security technologies including firewalls, IDS, IPS, NAC, WAF, and Web Proxies
Security standards including PCI, SOX, and NIST
MSP governance and oversight
Network monitoring, management, and reporting
Delivering technology solutions at an enterprise level

Preferred:

CCIE, CCNP, PCNSE and/or other technical certifications
Experience working with network security products
Working knowledge of

Infoblox DDI
Identity and access control protocols/systems
Software Defined Networking products including Cisco Meraki
Automation and modeling tools
Remote office/branch office and WAN design
Data center and campus network design
Wireless network design and validation

Experience supporting Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures
Experience performing detailed risk assessments and audit responses
Experience with Palo Alto Prisma Access and/or SDWAN products
Experience with networking in multi-cloud environments
Bioscience, medical, and/or manufacturing background
Excellent problem-solving skills working independently and through leading outcomes for cross functional teams
Understanding of change management, testing requirements, techniques, and tools to ensure high availability of platforms
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for a wide range of audiences including executives, business stakeholders, and IT teams
Ability to work during non-business hours, as needed
Ability to travel on a limited basis, as required to support assigned projects/initiatives
Proficiency in Visio, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Company Description

Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.