IT Network Security Engineer

About Us:

How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

Location/Region: This position is located in Dublin, CA.

What's the role?

As an IT Network Security Engineer, you get to work with an astonishing team that plays a vital role in Carl Zeiss Inc. Show case your skills and experience with process enhancement with performing IT Security engineering, design, configuration, administration, and project management for the Americas region. Will be focusing on Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Internet Access, Data Firewalls and Data Network infrastructure following ZEISS requirements, procedures and standards. The IT Network Security Engineer is part of the first line of defense against unauthorized access from outside sources and potential security threats through identification, preparation, and mitigation of such threats.

Sound Interesting?

Here's what you'll do:

(Responsibilities that are central to the job and MUST be performed either unaided, or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, ref. ADA.)

• Plan and deliver IT Network Security projects in support of ZEISS Segments and Strategic Business Units, Regional IT and Global IT.
• Translate business challenges and problems into solutions based on Secure Data Network standards and solutions.
• Draft, design and detail out IT Security and network related concepts and solutions.
• Apply knowledge of business operations to implement, enhance, maintain, or repair IT Security for Communication and Data Network solutions.
• Respond and resolve second level support service request and incident escalations that require IT Security and Data Networking expertise.
• Perform troubleshooting which may involve previous known and new yet unresolved issues, applying engineering thinking and problem-solving for IT Security
• Manage, maintain, evaluate, test, debug and implement IT Security and networking services in support of ZEISS functional areas including, but not limited to finance, manufacturing, materials, marketing, accounting, or human resources.
• Form productive relationships with BG stakeholders by listening, clarifying, and responding effectively to provide IT Security and Networking solutions or solve issues/problems.
• Effectively communicate with users to determine the actual nature, or underlying cause, of a problem.
• Form productive networks with other groups in Regional IT, Global IT, and vendors to address organizational needs.
• Explain IT Network Security procedures effectively to users and new team members.
• Produce documentation of procedures and implemented IT Security and Network infrastructure.

Do you qualify?

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 3 - 5 years of professional experience in LAN/WAN, Internet Access for multi-site organizations
• CompTIA Security+ Professional training or equivalent
• Experience supporting Cisco Routers, Switches, Firewall equipment is a must
• Experience in network, server and infrastructure administration, configuration, deployment and management with focus on security aspects
• Experience interacting with ServiceNow / ITSM is a plus
• Experience applying project management disciplines
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to coordinate multiple priorities; and good written and oral skills in English language
• Ability to use professional concepts and apply company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in selecting methods and techniques to determine appropriate action and obtain solutions.
• Ability to work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethics and a commitment to excellence.

The annual pay range for this position is as follows:

Dublin, CA $107,000 - $133,000

Minneapolis, MN $74,000 - $93,000

The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.

This position is also eligible for a performance bonus or sales commissions. ZEISS also offers robust benefits, including medical plans, retirement savings plan and paid time off.

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• 401k Matching
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Vacation and sick pay
• The list goes on!

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).