What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jr Network Engineer position at Nature's Sunshine Products?
About Us
Join Nature's Sunshine, a global leader in wellness and herbal health products, and start your journey toward building a rewarding career in network engineering. We are passionate about innovation, security, and reliable connectivity that help us empower lives worldwide. If you're an aspiring network engineer eager to learn and contribute, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment!
Position Overview
As our Junior Network Engineer, you'll support the operation and maintenance of our global network infrastructure. This includes assisting with the daily monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting of LAN, WAN, VoIP, cloud infrastructure, and security systems across multiple locations. You'll contribute to our IT team's efforts to deliver secure, reliable, and scalable network services that power our business operations.
This position is ideal for someone with a strong foundational knowledge in networking who is excited to learn from experienced professionals, contribute to impactful projects, and grow within a global organization.
What You'll Do
- Support Network Operations: Assist in maintaining and monitoring Palo Alto, Cisco, and Meraki-based network components to ensure performance, security, and availability.
- Participate in Projects: Contribute to network-related projects under the guidance of senior engineers, helping with configuration, testing, and documentation.
- Cross-Team Collaboration: Work with team members and other departments to support hardware and software solutions that improve the network.
- Contribute to Cybersecurity: Support the implementation of cybersecurity protocols and policies under the direction of the IT Cybersecurity Committee.
- Troubleshoot & Escalate: Help diagnose network issues and escalate complex problems to senior staff to ensure timely resolution.
- Learn & Grow: Stay current on network trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to build your technical skill set.
What You'll Bring
- Foundational Knowledge: Familiarity with networking concepts and technologies, including Cisco equipment, firewalls, VPNs, wireless networks, and basic cloud infrastructure.
- Eagerness to Learn: A passion for network engineering and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Team Player Attitude: Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
- Problem-Solving Mindset: Solid troubleshooting skills and a willingness to dive into challenges and seek guidance when needed.
Requirements
Education & Experience
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 0–2 years of experience in IT support or networking.
Certifications
- Cisco CCNA or similar entry-level certification preferred or in progress
Flexibility
- Willingness to occasionally work outside normal hours for maintenance or support needs.
Why Join Us?
- Career Growth: Gain hands-on experience and learn from seasoned professionals with opportunities to advance.
- Collaborative Environment: Join a dynamic, team-oriented department that values mentorship and innovation.
- Meaningful Work: Be part of a company that values wellness, quality, and technology in delivering world-class products and services.
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Nature's Sunshine is dedicated to being a Force of Nature that champions social and environmental wellness. We are focused on building a team of professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to become the natural supplement company of the future. By celebrating the individuality and unique perspectives of our workforce, we empower our employees to share the healing power of nature with more people around the world. And through our commitment to sustainable processes, renewable energy usage and waste reduction initiatives, we're devoted to preserving nature and its power for future generations.
We believe we are stronger together, and our ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging ensures that every employee is treated with fairness and respect. Because doing what's right-in the right way-is how we succeed as a company and a society.