Senior Network Analyst

Job Description Position Summary The Senior Network Analyst is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex network infrastructures that support enterprise operations across multiple geographies. This role ensures high availability, security, and optimal performance of network systems while serving as a technical authority and strategic collaborator. The analyst works closely with IT teams, business units, and external vendors to deliver scalable, secure, and resilient networking solutions. Work You'll Do - Architect and deploy enterprise-grade LAN/WAN, VPN, and SD-WAN solutions - Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and other network hardware - Ensure redundancy, failover, and load balancing across critical network paths - Provide Tier 2/3 support for escalated network issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption - Monitor network performance and availability using diagnostic tools and analytics platforms - Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring issues - Implement and manage network security protocols including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and segmentation - Monitor for vulnerabilities and respond to threats in alignment with security policies - Ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations (e.g., ISO, GDPR, HIPAA) - Identify gaps in documentation, tooling, and workflows; lead initiatives to automate and standardize processes - Contribute to internal knowledge bases, SOPs, and technical documentation - Continuously evaluate emerging technologies to improve network efficiency and scalability - Manage contracts, SLAs, and escalations with ISPs and third-party service providers - Coordinate connectivity setups and troubleshoot external link issues - Collaborate with business units and IT analysts to scope, plan, and execute network-related projects Team - This role is embedded within a globally distributed IT network team that supports business continuity across time zones. The team is focused on delivering high-performance connectivity, minimizing downtime, and enabling secure access to enterprise resources worldwide. Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field - 10+ years of experience in network engineering or administration with increasing responsibility - Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCNA, CCIE, ITIL, or equivalent vendor-specific credentials Preferred Qualifications - Strong understanding of networking protocols and technologies: TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, QoS, multicast, SD-WAN - Experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and network segmentation - Familiarity with cloud networking services (AWS, Azure, GCP) - Proficiency in network monitoring and diagnostic tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark, NetFlow) - Knowledge of ITIL practices and change management workflows - Understanding of data protection regulations and network security controls - Excellent communication, documentation, and analytical skills - Fluent in English; additional language skills are a plus - Flexibility to work across India and US time zones as needed Who We Are Milacron is a global leader in the manufacture, distribution and service of highly engineered and customized systems within the $27 billion plastic technology and processing industry. We are the only global company with a full-line product portfolio that includes hot runner systems, injection molding, extrusion equipment. We maintain strong market positions across these products, as well as leading positions in process control systems, mold bases and components, maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) supplies for plastic processing equipment. Our strategy is to deliver highly customized equipment, components and service to our customers throughout the lifecycle of their plastic processing technology systems. EEO: The policy of Milacron is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. We are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offer opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at [Confidential Information]. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.