Henkel

What you´ll do

• Serve as the Network Administrator for the data centre network infrastructure, ensuring stability, security, and scalability.
• Design, implement, and manage LAN/WAN architecture, with a focus on Cisco and Aruba solutions.
• Support and maintain network segmentation, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), and Layer 2/3 switching technologies.
• Configure and manage firewalls, VPNs, load balancers, and network proxies for secure access and data flow control.
• Conduct network health checks, latency analysis, and performance tuning to ensure optimal operation.
• Maintain and optimize network redundancy and failover systems, including HA pairings and link aggregation setups.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve incidents related to network devices, circuits, and data centre interconnects (DCI).
• Ensure proper operation and patching of network operating systems (Cisco IOS/XE, NX-OS, Aruba OS).
• Utilize network monitoring and management tools such as Aruba Central, ServOne, and others to proactively identify and resolve issues.
• Administer and maintain DNS/DHCP, NTP, SNMP, and syslog services relevant to data centre operations.
• Support out-of-band management and access via Raritan, iDRAC/iLO, and other remote console tools.
• Work closely with systems and application teams to ensure network integration with servers, storage, and cloud services.
• Implement and maintain network change control procedures in compliance with organizational and industry standards.
• Ensure comprehensive network documentation is maintained, including logical/physical diagrams, runbooks, and equipment inventory.
• Collaborate in planning and execution of data center network migrations, upgrades, and expansions.
• Support compliance, auditing, and security hardening initiatives within the network domain.

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience in IT service delivery and network operations within a critical support environment.
• Proven experience as a Network Engineer, preferably within a data centre or enterprise infrastructure environment.
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco network platforms (LAN/WAN), and familiarity with Aruba network devices.
• Strong understanding of network security (firewalls, VPN, IDS/IPS).
• Experience with VoIP, SD-WAN, and remote access technologies.
• Familiar with tools such as Telnet/SSH Clients, ServiceNow, and remote console access (Raritan or Terminal Server).
• Sound understanding of Server Administration basics where applicable (firmware updates, basic performance and capacity metrics).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in English communication (spoken and written).
• Experience with project collaboration across cross-functional IT and infrastructure teams.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Comprehensive Group Insurance Scheme
• Annual Physical Examination
• Flexible Benefits cover for dependents
• Company Products Discount

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.