GNS Network Operations Analyst RD&E

Requisition Number: 70825

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Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   

​Come break through with us.  

The global Information Technology (IT) Function is leading efforts to align IT and Business Strategy, leverage IT investments, and optimize end to end business processes and associated information integration technologies.  Through these efforts, IT helps to improve the competitive position of Corning's businesses through IT enabled processes.  IT also delivers Information Technology applications, infrastructure, and project services in a cost efficient manner to Corning worldwide.

Join Corning’s Global Network Services Network Operations team as a Network Operations Engineer, where you'll play a critical role in supporting, deploying, and optimizing network infrastructure to support innovation and organizational goals. Collaborate with business stakeholders, global network teams, and product R&D groups to deliver impactful solutions in dynamic environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute and support network infrastructure builds and upgrades for RD&E facilities in partnership with global network teams.
• Serve as an escalation point for network issues, including wireless, firewalls, DNS, and connectivity troubleshooting.
• Advocate for high-performance network solutions to support scientific computing and advanced technologies.
• Communicate network changes, initiatives, and benefits to business groups and stakeholders.
• Mentor and support team members in achieving organizational goals.
• Maintain documentation network processes and procedures up to date
• Evaluate and refine handover and training documentation provided by engineering teams
• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours network support

 Education and Experience: 

• Education: BS in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field; or equivalent expertise.
• Experience: 7+ years in networking, including campus-wide wireless solutions (Mist, Arista, Cisco), wired/wireless debugging, and infrastructure design.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs).
• Knowledge of IEEE 802.3/802.11 standards, network management systems, and end-to-end connectivity across diverse platforms including: wireless access points, LAN switches, core and data center switches, proxy, firewall, and load-balancer appliances.  Strong troubleshooting, communication, and project management capabilities.  Configuring and using monitoring/alerting/forensic tools (e.g. SolarWinds, NetBrain, CACTI, Wireshark)
• Ability to work occasional on-call weekends.
• US Person status required for this role*

*In order to comply with Corning’s government contract requirements at this location, if you receive an offer of employment for this position, you will need to provide documentation of your U.S. Person status. 

Desired:

• Certifications (Cisco CCNA, CWNP), international travel flexibility, and ability to learn new technologies quickly. Ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders of all levels.

Schedule & Travel:

• Limited travel, with potential for international assignments.

Be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and connecting science to technology. Apply today!

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.  

The range for this position is $100,675.00 - $138,429.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one

• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.  We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. 
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well – when Corning wins, we all win.     
• Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.