Associate Network Engineer

Responsibilities

• Perform Day 2 lifecycle management of Cisco APIC and Nexus 9000 (ACI mode), Cisco DNAC and Cisco ISE, Cisco Catalyst 9000 series (IOS-XE).
• Manage BAU operations, troubleshooting, and upgrades for routing and switching infrastructure across data center, DR, and remote sites.
• Ensure connectivity and network stability between remote locations and data centers.
• Administer and support network security platforms including Cisco FTD/ASA, Palo Alto, and Check Point firewalls.
• Implement, manage, and upgrade F5 Load Balancers (LTM, GTM, APM).
• Monitor network performance and ensure optimal utilization and availability.
• Perform incident management and root cause analysis (RCA).
• Execute change and release activities in alignment with ITSM processes.
• Conduct vulnerability assessment and mitigation planning for network and security infrastructure.
• Support system integration and solution deployment.
• Handle stakeholder communication, inventory, and operational responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field.
• 10 years of experience in network engineering (data center and enterprise environments).
• Experience with ITSM processes (Incident, Change, Problem Management).
• Strong knowledge of network fundamentals (OSI, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN concepts).
• Hands-on experience in routing and switching: OSPF, BGP, VLAN, STP, VTP, HSRP.
• Experience with Cisco technologies: Nexus 9000 (NX-OS & ACI), VXLAN, vPC, Catalyst 9000, Cisco DNAC, Cisco ISE, Cisco Wireless (9800 WLC).
• Experience with network security solutions: Cisco FTD/ASA, Palo Alto, Check Point.
• Strong knowledge of VPNs, GRE, DMZ, and 802.1X.
• Hands-on experience with F5 Load Balancing (LTM, GTM, APM).
• Experience using packet analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark).
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.