Network Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day administration, maintenance and support of the organization's network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and telecommunications systems across multiple sites. Reporting directly to the Director of Infrastructure & Operations, this individual plays a key role in ensuring network performance, availability, and security across the enterprise. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience managing enterprise network environments and a strong commitment to uptime, documentation, and continuous improvement.
The company culture is dynamic, entrepreneurial and fast paced, and has been created following a number of domestic and international acquisitions during the last several years. American Vanguard is headquartered in Irvine, California. This position is on-site. You will join in the process of upgrading and standardizing our IT functions to bring uniform and consistent global standards to all of our worldwide entities.
Job Responsibilities- Administer, monitor, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and SD-WAN across all organizational sites
- Ensure network availability, performance, and reliability through proactive monitoring, capacity planning, and timely troubleshooting of issues
- Configure and manage network security controls including firewalls, VPNs, ACLs, and network segmentation in alignment with organizational security policies
- Support WAN connectivity and telecommunications infrastructure, including carrier circuit management and service provider coordination
- Assist in the design and implementation of network upgrades, expansions, and technology refresh initiatives as directed by the Director of Infrastructure & Operations
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date network documentation including diagrams, configurations, IP address management (IPAM), and change logs
- Respond to and resolve network-related incidents and service requests within defined SLAs; escalate complex issues as appropriate
- Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to support network security initiatives, vulnerability remediation, and compliance requirements
- Participate in on-call rotation to provide after-hours support for critical network incidents and outages
- Support disaster recovery and business continuity efforts related to network infrastructure, including DR testing and failover procedures
Experience and Education- 3+ years of hands-on experience in network administration or a related infrastructure role within an enterprise environment
- Experience managing multi-site WAN environments including carrier circuit management and telecom coordination
- Experience with SD-WAN technologies and cloud networking concepts (Azure Virtual Network, ExpressRoute, or equivalent) preferred
- Familiarity with ITIL-based change management and incident management processes
- Preferred certifications: Cisco CCNA or CCNP, CompTIA Network+, Fortinet NSE, or equivalent vendor certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field desired
- Associate's degree with equivalent work experience may be considered.
Skills and Qualifications- Strong hands-on knowledge of enterprise networking technologies including routing, switching, VLANs, QoS, BGP, OSPF, and MPLS
- Experience with SD-WAN platforms (e.g., Cisco Meraki, Fortinet, VeloCloud, or equivalent)
- Proficiency with firewall administration (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or equivalent) and VPN configuration
- Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Cisco DNA Center, or equivalent)
- Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and network security principles
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues efficiently
- Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across IT teams and with external vendors
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate documentation and change management practices
Work Environment- Professional office and data center environment; occasional work in server rooms or network rooms required
- Multi-site environment with occasional travel to regional offices, data centers, or vendor locations
- Participation in on-call rotation required to support after-hours network incidents and maintenance
- Fast-paced environment requiring the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and incidents simultaneously
COMPANY BENEFITS:American Vanguard values our employees and their families. We offer exceptional benefits and invest in our employees' future.
- Industry leading Medical (PPO Insurance), Dental, and Vision care with low employee costs
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) offered
- Additional benefits will be provided upon hire
