Senior Network Systems Engineer

Job Description

Network Systems Engineer - Senior

Experience Required :

• Overall IT Experience : 10+ years
• Networking Experience : 5+ years

Job Purpose

Seeking an experienced Network Engineer with a robust background in Route / Switch and Firewall Administration. The successful candidate will be an integral part of a Global Network Team, responsible for delivering architecture, implementation, and support services to the enterprise's global network infrastructure.

Key Infrastructure Components :

• Cisco Systems routers, switches, WLC, and wireless devices
• Cisco ACI Data Center Infrastructure
• Palo Alto Networks Firewalls
• Cato Networks SASE / SDWAN
• Aruba Wireless and ClearPass Network Access Control (NAC)
• F5 Load-Balancers LTM and GTM
• TACACS, Aruba ClearPass, Tufin FW automation, Solarwinds Orion, Extrahop, Infoblox IPAM

Duties and Responsibilities

• Network Design & Implementation : Take a leadership role in Design, Discovery, and Implementation within the global network, focusing on both international / domestic infrastructure.
• Hardware Support : Manage and resolve issues with LAN / WAN hardware components, including switches, routers, load balancers, and firewalls.
• Collaborative Architecture : Participate in multi-disciplinary architectural discussions to ensure network infrastructure needs are addressed.
• Problem-Solving : Execute root cause analysis for network issues using various analytical tools.
• Project Involvement : Stay current with emerging technologies in networking and systems automation by participating in relevant projects.
• Process Optimization : Develop and introduce new solutions aimed at enhancing network processes, productivity, and end-user technology experiences.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education :

Bachelor's degree required.

Experience :

• 10+ years in IT with a significant focus on LAN networking and Network Implementation.
• A minimum of 4 years in WAN, including VPNs, MPLS, and vendor interactions.
• Demonstrable expertise in managing network components like Cisco, Palo Alto, and Aruba.

Certifications :

• CCNA required.
• Preferably CCNP, Palo Alto, Checkpoint, or other firewall-related certifications.

Required Skills :

• Deep understanding of IP networking, Network Security, and Network Management.
• Proficiency with protocol analyzers (e.g., WireShark) and Netflow analysis.
• Expertise in Firewall software (Checkpoint, Palo Alto) and associated management platforms.
• Strong knowledge of Software Defined Networking and Cloud computing concepts.
• Experience with Wireless Network support.
• Networking knowledge within Microsoft Windows environments.
• Familiarity with network management platforms like Solarwinds Orion, Cisco DNA.
• Proficiency in using MS-Visio for network mapping.
• Excellent communication skills for both technical teams and non-technical end-users.
• Advanced proficiency in Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Additional language skills are beneficial, but not mandatory.
30+ days ago