Senior Network Administrator

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe. We have an exciting opportunity at our Mesa, Arizona facility for a Senior Network Administrator With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, Taiwan, China, Korea and Japan, local sales offices throughout the world and on-site applications support, FUJIFILM Electronic Materials supplies the worlds top tier semiconductor manufacturers with a broad array of products and services used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process. The Role The Senior Network Administrator ensures Fujifilm’s computer systems and networks remain secure and reliable. They will be responsible for managing the use of wide area networks (WANs), local area networks (LANs), and organization-specific networks. The role will conduct a high-level overview of information technology needs while managing teams that maintain computer networks, monitor network availability, and collect data to enhance security and reliability. This position will also work on server-side maintenance and deployment tasks while directing teams and specialists that provide user support. The senior network administrator balances technical knowledge with network and data infrastructure management. Key responsibilities for this role include: • Deploy and Configure Networks

• Establish and configure networks for organization-wide use.

• Determine Fujifilms data management and information technology needs and decides how to set up the network and provide users with constant access to servers and data storage sites. • Lead IT and Administrative Teams

• Lead teams of IT personnel, which can include system and network administrators and IT technicians and specialists.

• Determines areas of the IT infrastructure that need particular attention or expertise, directs system network administrators to resolve user-side issues. • Maintain System Integrity

• Maintains reliable system performance through active monitoring of error logs and user-reported network issues.

• Conducts regular tests to ensure that the system meets expectations for speed, security, and reliability.

• May also work with technicians and administrators to conduct routine system audits, making recommendations to improve reliability and performance. • Improve System Performance

• Develop and deploy performance-enhancing measures throughout the network.

• Makes key hardware decisions, such as replacing or upgrading servers or shifting databases to new software to improve network security, reliability, or speed.

• Develops proposals for IT improvements and investments and presents them to senior managers or executives. • Develop Backend Network Architecture

• Design and oversee server-side elements of Fujifilm’s network infrastructure.

• Installs network-wide malware protection software, develops firewalls, and configuring databases and access on the back end.

• Makes decisions regarding network upgrades and repairs. • Conduct Data Backups

• Ensure that data remains intact, secure, and accessible in case of system crashes by conducting data backups.

• Determines when to back up or transfer data and take the network offline with the least amount of impact or interruption to Fujifilm operations. REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or mathematics is highly desired. • A minimum of 5 years of experience managing networks. • Certification in Meraki Network Management (CMSS) a plus. • Hardware and software configuration with extensive experience configuring and managing software and hardware related to LANs and WANs. • Direct the activities of an entire team of specialists, administrators, and technicians, so effective leadership is a necessity. • Strong written and verbal communication skills to direct their teams and communicate IT needs to organization leaders. • Support Fujifilm’s information security efforts, using best practices and procedures to protect data from intrusion, loss, and corruption. • Conduct regular troubleshooting, which requires both technical and creative problem-solving skills • Excellent logical and problem-solving abilities. • Microsoft training and certification will be considered a strong asset. • Self-motivated and self-directed. • Very high attention to detail. • This is a safety-sensitive position that requires candidates to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening prior to employment. One of the essential job functions is the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. MENTAL & EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS • Resilience

• Adapting well in the face of workplace stressors, the ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations, the ability to remain poised under all circumstances, the ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual. • Communication

• The ability to successfully and professionally express and exchange ideas and meanings with all levels of employees in the organization, the ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including customers/clients, the ability to work as an integral part of a team, ability to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust. • Reasoning and decision-making

• The ability to understand, remember and follow verbal and written instructions, the ability to reason logically and make sound decisions. • Comprehension

• The ability to complete tasks without direct supervision, the ability to simultaneously address multiple complete problems. • Organizational skills

• Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy, the ability to work and sustain attention with distractions and interruptions, the ability to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines or productivity quotas.