- Design, deploy, and maintain Extranet networks to enable secure and controlled access for external partners and vendors.
- Implement and manage VPN solutions (site-to-site, remote access, SSL VPN, IPsec VPN) to secure communication channels.
- Configure and maintain firewalls, VPN gateways, and related security infrastructure to protect Extranet and VPN traffic.
- Monitor and troubleshoot VPN and Extranet connectivity issues to ensure uptime and performance SLAs.
- Develop and enforce security policies for external network access, including identity and access management.
- Collaborate with internal IT teams and external partners to establish and maintain trusted network connections.
- Document network architecture, configurations, and procedures related to Extranet and VPN environments.
- Perform regular audits, vulnerability assessments, and compliance checks on VPN and Extranet systems.
- Provide support for incident response related to network breaches or access issues in Extranet/VPN areas.
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Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in network engineering or administration with a focus on VPN and Extranet technologies.
- Strong hands-on experience with VPN technologies: IPsec, SSL VPN
- Working knowledge in configuring and managing firewalls and VPN gateways(Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point, etc.).
- Solid knowledge of network protocols including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and routing principles.
- Familiarity with network security best practices, including encryption, authentication, and access controls.
- Experience with monitoring and diagnostic tools for VPN and network performance.
- Ability to document and communicate complex network configurations clearly.
- To work with business unit focal from start to end and deploy the solutions required to connect client and partners over the B2B Extranet network
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP or equivalent
- Experience with multi-vendor VPN environments and complex Extranet architectures.
- Understanding of Dot1Q, VXLAN, VRF and deployment
- Knowledge of cloud-based VPN solutions and hybrid cloud networking.
- Familiarity with network automation tools and scripting will be an advantage
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Working Conditions:
- May require 24/7 on-call L3 support for critical network issues.
- Change requests timings are usually after 12am, with compensation time off.
- Occasional travel to data center for support.
