Senior Network Engineer

Job Description :

Role : Senior Network Engineer

Location : Bangalore

Job Type : Full-time

Job Description :

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our dynamic team.

The Senior Network Engineer will play a crucial role in the management, optimization, and security of our WAN/LAN network infrastructure.

This position requires in-depth knowledge of network protocols, security measures, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex network-related issues.

The ideal candidate should possess CCNP or CCIE certification, strong problem-solving skills, and a deep understanding of network architecture and security.

Key Responsibilities :

Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting :

- Troubleshoot and resolve network-related incidents and outages promptly.

Identity and Access Management :

- Manage access to network and security devices while ensuring security controls are in place.

Network Architecture and Security :

- Understand and adhere to industry standards for Data Centre Network Architectures.

- Ensure secured traffic flow within the network infrastructure.

Wide Area Network Expertise :

- Proficiency in SDWAN, MPLS cloud, Internet Leased Lines (ILL), Point-to-Point (P2P), and Cloud direct connects, including knowledge of respective protocols.

Network Security :

- Implement measures to protect network access, data, and network/security devices from external and internal threats.

Device Installation and Administration :

- Install, integrate, administer, and troubleshoot network and security devices, including Cisco firewalls (FTD), routers, switches, and Load balancers.

Customer Interaction :

- Engage with internal and external customers to understand their network requirements.

- Translate customer needs into network requirements and guide implementation with appropriate security controls.

Incident Handling :

- Provide support for incident handling, including investigation and resolution.

Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity :

- Contribute to network disaster recovery planning and execution.

- Ensure business continuity by maintaining network resilience.

Policy and Documentation :

- Develop, review, and update network policies, procedures, and documentation.

Inventory and Patch Management :

- Manage network infrastructure inventory and implement patch management processes.

Reporting and Compliance :

- Report findings from network assessments, audits, and security scans.

- Follow up on findings and ensure timely closure.

Qualifications :

- CCNP or CCIE certification is required.

- Proven experience in network engineering and troubleshooting.

- Deep understanding of network architecture, protocols, and security measures.

- Familiarity with SDWAN, MPLS, and cloud networking.

- Strong knowledge of network security and traffic analysis.

- Experience with Cisco firewalls, routers, switches, and Load balancers.

- Excellent communication and customer interaction skills.

- Flexibility to work outside regular hours when needed