Description and Requirements
Network Engineer
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Network L2 Engineer to join our ICT Infrastructure team. As a Network L2 Engineer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of our network infrastructure, which includes Palo Alto and Check Point firewalls, Cisco switches, Alcatel, Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM), and other related devices. You will play a critical role in ensuring the availability, performance, and security of our network services.
Key Responsibilities:
Network Maintenance and Support
Perform routine maintenance tasks on LAN, WLAN network devices, including firmware updates, patches, and configurations.
Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
Monitor network performance and proactively address bottlenecks or anomalies.
Firewall Management
Configure, manage, and maintain Palo Alto and Check Point firewalls to ensure network security.
Implement and maintain firewall policies to control traffic and protect against threats.
Switch Management
Configure and manage Cisco switches, ensuring optimal performance and network segmentation.
Troubleshoot and resolve LAN/WAN connectivity issues.
Access Control and Authentication
Administer Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM) for user authentication and access control.
Ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
Documentation
Maintain accurate and up-to-date network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and asset inventory.
Collaboration
Collaborate with other teams, including system administrators and security experts, to achieve common network goals.
Security Compliance
Ensure that network configurations and policies comply with industry best practices and security standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNP) or equivalent certification is required.
- Proven experience in managing Palo Alto and Check Point firewalls.
- Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting Cisco switches.
- Hands-on experience with Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM) or similar access control systems.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, routing, and switching.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Team player with collaborative work ethic.
- Effective prioritization of tasks and tickets.
- willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements.
Preferred Skills:
- Industry certifications such Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA), Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) would be a plus.
- Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools.
