Systems Integration Specialist

**Crown Cork & Seal, Inc. - Yardley Corporate Office**:

- Good Things Come in Our Packages _

Crown Cork & Seal, Inc. is a Fortune 500 Manufacturing Company with a rich history dating back to 1892. As a global leader in the packaging industry, we operate in over forty-five countries with more than two hundred plants. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the trust that the largest consumer products companies place in Crown for their packaging needs. Join us and be part of a team where over 20,000 employees trust their careers to our innovative and dynamic organization.

**Systems Integration Specialist**

Description

**Responsibilities**:

- Support and optimize PC and server networks leveraging Cisco technologies including routers and switches, in a fully converged WAN data network with primary DMVPN and Cellular backup connections.
- Facilitate inbound connections through VPN links and Citrix NetScalers/Access gateways.
- Oversee the implementation, configuration, and support of Microsoft technologies, including but not limited to Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Aid telecommunications projects aimed at improving or expanding the current infrastructure while managing cost controls.
- Monitor and identify capacity and performance issues, conducting research on emerging products, services, and protocols.
- Provide on-call technical support as needed.
- Install state-of-the-art IT equipment and provide guidance to team members.

Position Requirements

Formal Education & Certification
- College degree in a related field and/or 8-10 years equivalent work experience dealing with IT vendors and network providers.
- Certifications in IT infrastructure, Microsoft technologies, and Cisco technologies are a plus.

Knowledge & Experience
- Working technical knowledge of Microsoft technologies, Cisco routers/switches, Palo Alto firewalls, and Avaya Aura systems.
- Proficiency in managing a fully converged WAN data network using Meraki SD-WAN infrastructure.
- Strong knowledge of VPN and protocols used in EDI transmissions and user connectivity.
- Hands-on experience with the configuration/installation, implementation, maintenance, and tuning of IT equipment.

Personal Attributes
- Understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
- Strong interpersonal skills, oral communication skills, and proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Highly self-motivated and directed.
- Ability to conduct research into IT issues and products as required.
- Strong customer service skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Work Conditions
- Office environment with occasional on-call availability as needed to solve problems.
- Occasional inspection of cables and wiring.
- Occasional visits to data centers to administrate, repair, install, or decommission IT equipment.
- Regular lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as IT equipment and peripherals.

Proficiency Requirements:
1. Network Infrastructure:

- Design and Architecture: Demonstrated expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust and scalable network infrastructures. Knowledge of DHCP and DNS protocols.
- Routing and Switching: Knowledge of routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP) and switching technologies (e.g., HSRP, LACP, VLANs/SVIs, 802.1q), with the ability to optimize network traffic.
- Network Security: Proficiency in implementing and managing network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and VPNs. Proficiency with packet capture tools a plus.
- Quality of Service (QoS): Experience in implementing QoS policies to prioritize and optimize network traffic based on business requirements.

2. Server Infrastructure:

- Architecture and Design: Strong understanding of design and administration of merged physical and virtual server environments.
- Configuration: Configure and administrate physical and virtual servers using iLO, iDRAC, Hyper-V and VMWare
- Hardware: Familiarity with HP and Dell server hardware; past and current generations
- Software: Familiarity with Windows Server 2008/R2, 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022, System Center, Failover Cluster management, and PowerShell scripting.
- Storage: Familiarity with SAN, NAS, and backup/dedupe technologies such as Lefthand, Dell Data Domain, IBM Power Vault, and Cohesity backup/recovery solutions.

3. Active Directory:

- Architecture and Design: Familiarity with the architecture and design of Active Directory environments, including forest and domain design, replication, and trust relationships.
- User and Group Management: Proficiency in managing user accounts, groups, and organizational units within an Active Directory environment.
- Group Policy: Experience in designing and implementing Group Policy Objects (GPOs) for centralized management and configuration of network resources.

4. Certificate Services:

- Public and Private Key Infrastructure: Knowledge of Public Ke