Sensata

Network Systems Professional

Newtownabbey, United Kingdom Full time
The Network Systems Professional is responsible for analysing and defining business needs and translating them into effective technical solutions. The role involves supporting and evolving a globally distributed network environment across on-premises data centres, cloud platforms, and international offices spanning North America, EMEA, and APAC.

This hands-on position combines network operations, design, security, voice systems, and cloud connectivity within a mission-critical environment. The postholder will monitor network performance and electronic transactions, proactively identify and resolve issues, and ensure system reliability and security.

In addition, the role requires maintaining accurate technical documentation, and working closely with internal stakeholders, clients, and external vendors to deliver robust and scalable network solutions aligned to organisational requirements.

General Responsibilities • Key participant in the designing and implementing of network communications and solution improvements • Key participant in the implementation of system enhancements (software and hardware updates) that will improve the performance and reliability of the system • Collaborates on the load configuration of a central data communication processor and makes recommendations for purchase or upgrade of data networks • Organizes terminal orders and cable installation, network system planning, upgrading, monitoring, testing and servicing • May be internal or external, client-focused, working in conjunction with Professional Services and Outsourcing functions Experience / Qualifications • A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience. • Business ethics - Ability to practice and behave consistently and effectively in areas of business practice and conflicts of interest • Communication - Ability to communicate effectively by getting the right message across to the right people at the right time on a regular basis • Customer Orientation - Ability to meet customers’ expectations by identifying and anticipating customers’ needs and integrating these into work; ability to develop new added value for customers and act with the customer in mind • Result orientation - Ability to take steps personally to ensure that mutual goals and performance targets are met within the appropriate timeframe • Teamwork - Ability to work with others and work synergistically with fellow team-members • Planning and Organizing - Ability to plan, prioritize and organize work and schedules in all areas to meet requirements • Problem solving - Ability to reach logical conclusions to situations by appropriately analyzing the situation. Balances the benefits, risks and consequences of actions • Time Management - Ability to assessing your ability to manage your time, and the effectiveness of your team to reach department objectives • Conflict management - Ability to recognize and work towards a mutually agreeable solution when confronted with conflict • Resilience - Ability to work under pressure and prioritize

Essential Criteria:

  • Years of experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
  • Certifications: Basic networking certification such as Cisco (e.g., CCNA) or Fortinet (e.g., FCA)
  • Industry experience: Automotive, regulated environments, or manufacturing
  • Must‑have technical skills:
    • Network Data: routing and switching, wireless
    • Network Security: FortiGate products, Cisco ASA, Cisco ISE
    • Network Voice

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

 

Sensata is committed to the provision of training, development and promotion opportunities. A comprehensive Induction programme is also available to all our new employees.

Please note that all successful candidates must undergo a medical examination which includes a drugs test.

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