Job Title: Network Administrator Function: IT Reports to: Regional IT Manager Location: Hilbert, WI Position Type: Full-time, Exempt, Onsite Required Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm ***This position is not eligible for relocation. _____________________________________________________________________ Ornua (meaning “new gold”) is Ireland’s largest exporter of Irish dairy products, proudly bringing the unique taste of Irish dairy to the world since 1961. Are you a IT Professional looking for the challenge of taking a mission driven organization to its next level of success? Ornua is actively seeking a Network Administrator to join the Ornua Family as we continue our growth trajectory. This position will play a key role in supporting and securing Ornua’s global network infrastructure by ensuring reliable connectivity, maintaining network performance and availability, and driving continuous improvement across enterprise LAN, WAN, wireless, and security environments. The role will contribute to operational excellence by supporting critical manufacturing and business operations across multiple global regions. WHY THIS ROLE IS VALUABLE As our Network Administrator, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of core network operations and security initiatives that directly support Ornua’s global business continuity and operational efficiency. Your expertise will help maintain reliable connectivity across manufacturing facilities and offices worldwide, strengthen cybersecurity resilience, and support the successful delivery of critical IT infrastructure projects. Your contributions will play an important role in enabling seamless collaboration, secure operations, and continuous improvement across our global organization. WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE You bring a strong technical foundation in enterprise networking and a passion for delivering secure, reliable IT solutions in a fast-paced global environment. You thrive in collaborative settings, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and take pride in supporting critical infrastructure that enables business success. Your ability to troubleshoot network and security issues, manage competing priorities, and communicate effectively across teams makes you a valuable partner in maintaining Ornua’s high operational standards. At Ornua, success is not just about what you do — it’s how you do it. You demonstrate our values by seeking new ideas, making things happen, showing care for your teammates, being your authentic self, and achieving great things together. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS Minimum Qualifications <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related field required </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">3–5 years of professional experience supporting enterprise WAN, LAN, firewall, and wireless environments </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Hands-on experience configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting Cisco switches, Palo Alto firewalls, and Aruba wireless solutions </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Working knowledge of MPLS, P2P, SDWAN, VPN, IPSec-VPN, IDS/IPS, and remote access technologies </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience supporting network monitoring, incident management, and security operations </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented global environment </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Must be legally authorized to work in the United States </li> </ul> Desired Qualifications <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent networking certifications preferred </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Microsoft Azure networking experience and/or Azure Network Architecture certification preferred </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience working within a global organization across multiple geographic regions </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Understanding of manufacturing industry environments and operational technologies </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience with wireless surveys, network sniffing, bandwidth monitoring, and advanced network troubleshooting tools </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Familiarity with cloud networking technologies including AWS and Azure </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience supporting IT security compliance initiatives, vulnerability remediation, and security incident response </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Demonstrated experience collaborating with third-party vendors and service providers </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Additional certifications in cloud networking, firewall administration, or security technologies considered advantageous</li> </ul> WHY ORNUA? Ornua is a purpose-driven, values-led co-operative creating value for Irish dairy farming families through our global operations. With 10 business units, 16 production facilities, and in-market teams across the world, we operate through two divisions — Ornua Foods, which markets our iconic consumer brands including Kerrygold and Pilgrims Choice, and Ornua Ingredients, which provides innovative, customized dairy ingredient solutions to our customers. <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Our Values lie at the core of everything we do. Our five values encourage us to Seek and Embrace New Ideas, Make It Happen, Be Our True Selves, Show You Care, and Achieve Great Things Together.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">We invest in our people and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Career progression opportunities, including global mobility.</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Comprehensive benefits with region-specific offerings.</li> </ul> TOTAL REWARDS At Ornua Ingredients North America, our Total Rewards package goes far beyond your paycheck. From day one, you’ll have access to a comprehensive benefits offering that includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life Insurance, Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness coverage, 401(k) with company matching and 100% immediate vesting, Generous Paid Time Off,20 weeks of Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Annual Incentive Bonus, Career Growth and advance opportunities, and Education Reimbursement. Ornua is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information. Ornua is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact Ornua People Services at 833-450-2385 or [email protected]. 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