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Senior Network Engineer at Abbott in Dublin, Dublin 1, IE
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Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support and enhance our global manufacturing network environment. This role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise-scale network solutions across manufacturing sites, ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing connectivity that enables critical business operations.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in network switching, strong knowledge of network security, excellent communication skills, and a positive, collaborative approach to working with stakeholders across technical and manufacturing teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and support large-scale enterprise LAN, WLAN, and network infrastructure solutions.
- Provide technical leadership for manufacturing network projects, refresh initiatives, and site expansions.
- Support day-to-day operational activities and troubleshoot complex network issues across manufacturing environments.
- Drive improvements in network performance, reliability, availability, and security.
- Collaborate closely with manufacturing teams to understand operational requirements and deliver effective network solutions.
- Partner with Cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with security standards, vulnerability management, and network segmentation initiatives.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, network designs, and implementation plans.
- Serve as a trusted technical advisor to business stakeholders and project teams.
- Contribute to network automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of experience supporting enterprise-scale network environments.
Strong hands-on experience with:
- Cisco Switching and Routing
- Cisco Wireless technologies
- Enterprise Firewalls (Palo Alto or Check Point)
- TCP/IP networking fundamentals
- Network Security principles and best practices
Experience supporting manufacturing or operational technology (OT) environments is highly desirable.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Strong customer-focused mindset with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
Positive attitude, collaborative approach, and willingness to support business-critical manufacturing operations.
Preferred Qualifications
- CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent networking certifications.
- Experience with Cisco ISE, Cisco Catalyst Center, F5, Splunk, ServiceNow, NetBrain, LogicMonitor, Ansible, or Python.
- Experience with Network Segmentation, Access Control, and Network AIOps.
- Experience working in regulated industries such as healthcare, life sciences, or manufacturing.
What Success Looks Like
- Acts as a subject matter expert in enterprise networking and switching technologies.
- Builds strong relationships with manufacturing and business stakeholders.
- Delivers secure, reliable, and scalable network solutions.
- Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and a proactive approach to problem solving.
- Communicates effectively and collaborates successfully within global teams.
What We Offer Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay and structure Bonus, as well as benefits such as
- Private Health Insurance for you and your family
- Occupational Pension Scheme with an excellence contribution rate
- Life assurance
- Career Development
- Growing business plus access to many more benefits
- Luas stop right outside the building
- Underground parking available
- Onsite canteen
The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
IT Services & Solutions Delivery
DIVISION:
BTS Business Technology Services
LOCATION:
Ireland > Dublin : Block G, Cherrywood, Cherrywood Business Park
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Ie - Cw 37.5B (Ireland)
TRAVEL:
Yes, 10 % of the Time
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Not Applicable