Cisco Network Engineer

**** We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.
**** We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.
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* What we do:

** For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Watts Water Technologies is seeking a skilled
** Cisco Network Engineer
** to support and enhance our global network infrastructure spanning corporate offices, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, and remote sites. In this role, you will design, implement, and support an enterprise-class Cisco environment that enables secure, reliable operations for both IT and OT systems worldwide.

This position is a key contributor to network resiliency, cybersecurity posture, plant uptime, and the success of our global digital transformation initiatives.

This position reports to Senior Manager, Global IT Infrastructure & Operations.
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Job Duties and Responsibilities:

*** Design, implement, and maintain scalable Cisco network architectures across 50+ global sites.
* Configure and support Cisco routers, switches, wireless controllers, access points, and firewalls.
* Implement routing and switching (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, STP, VLANs, Ether Channel) for highly available enterprise and manufacturing environments.
* Support network connectivity for OT systems, including PLCs, SCADA, sensors, and industrial automation equipment.
* Deploy and optimize wireless networks in plants, warehouses, and labs with complex RF conditions.
* Manage Cisco ASA/FirePOWER firewalls, site-to-site VPNs, and global Cisco Any Connect remote access.
* Ensure reliable connectivity for critical applications including SAP, Salesforce, Azure workloads, and IoT analytics platforms.
* Implement and enforce network security controls aligned with Watts’ corporate cybersecurity standards.
* Maintain segmentation between IT, OT, PCI, R&D, and cloud environments using VLANs, ACLs, and NAC solutions.
* Perform proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and lifecycle maintenance for all Cisco devices.
* Create and maintain network documentation, diagrams, SOPs, and configuration standards.
* Partner with End User Support, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and plant engineering teams for cross-functional projects, escalations, and facility upgrades.
** Required Qualifications
*** Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
* Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with Cisco routing, switching, wireless, and firewall technologies.
* Strong knowledge of enterprise protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, HSRP/VRRP, STP, VLANs, QoS).
* Experience supporting networks in
** manufacturing or industrial environments**.
* Familiarity with OT networking, segmentation, and connectivity for industrial devices.
* Proficiency with Cisco ISE, ASA/FirePOWER, and VPN technologies.
* Understanding of
** Azure networking
** and hybrid site-to-cloud connectivity.
* Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.
** Preferred Qualifications**
* ** CCNA required; CCNP preferred; CCIE a strong plus.
*** Experience with SD-WAN, Cisco DNA Center, or network automation (Python, Ansible).
* Background working with SAP, SCADA/OT systems, or global multi-site enterprises.
** General Applicable Company Competencies
*** Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
* Punctuality and dependability.
* Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
* Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
* Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
* Adherence to Watts’ seven
* cultural beliefs:
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