Network Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

. Design, deploy, and maintain complex network infrastructures including routing, switching, firewall, and load balancing solutions.

. Implement and support network and security appliances such as firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPNs, SD-WAN, and wireless controllers.

. Provide Level 2/3 technical support to clients via remote troubleshooting and onsite interventions.

. Perform network performance tuning, capacity planning, and proactive maintenance to ensure optimal system uptime.

. Collaborate with vendors and partners to resolve incidents and escalate technical issues as required.

. Create and maintain up-to-date technical documentation, including network diagrams, configuration standards, and operational procedures.

. Assist in project planning, proposal drafting, and pre-sales technical consultations when necessary.

. Conduct network assessments, audits, and vulnerability reviews to identify gaps and implement security best practices.

. Mentor junior engineers and participate in knowledge-sharing sessions.

Requirements & Qualifications:

. Diploma/Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

. Minimum of 4 years of relevant hands-on experience in network engineering roles.

. In-depth understanding of network protocols and architectures (e.g., TCP/IP, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, VRRP, HA clusters).

. Strong experience with enterprise-class networking and security platforms (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, Palo Alto).

. Experience in configuring and hardening network infrastructure familiarity with patching, compliance standards, and change control procedures.

. Practical exposure to cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

. Basic to intermediate experience with system administration (Windows/Linux) will be advantageous.

. Industry certifications such as CCNP, JNCIP, or equivalent are required additional certifications (e.g., NSE, PCNSE, AWS) are a plus.

. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a keen attention to detail.

. Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.

. Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently and in a team environment.

. Willingness to learn new technologies and take on challenging assignments.

. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.