Network Engineer - Bogota

Yeah! Global; Colombia; Presencial; COP 109.166.333 - 181.943.888; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Opportunities for professional growth

Flexible work options

Descripción de la vacante

A prominent IT consulting firm is seeking a skilled Network Engineer in Colombia to design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will excel in troubleshooting and network security. Responsibilities include installing and managing network equipment and improving system performance. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and 4+ years of experience are required, with opportunities for professional growth. Both on-site and remote work options are available.

Formación

• 4+ years of experience as a Network Engineer or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of networking hardware, including routers and switches.
• Strong understanding of network security practices.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement new network solutions and improve existing networks.
• Install, configure, and support various network equipment.
• Ensure network security to protect systems and data.

Conocimientos

Networking hardware expertise

Network protocols knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration skills

Educación

Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field

Herramientas

SolarWinds

Wireshark

Descripción del empleo

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Job Summary

Our client is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to design, implement, maintain, and support their growing network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be able to deploy, configure, and troubleshoot network components to ensure the highest levels of performance and security.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement new network solutions and improve the efficiency of current networks.
• Install, configure, and support network equipment including routers, proxy servers, switches, WAN accelerators, DNS and DHCP.
• Maximize network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Arrange scheduled upgrades and investigate faults in the network.
• Configure firewall rules and ensure network security to protect systems and data.
• Support and administer third-party network appliances such as load balancers and VPNs.
• Provide network configuration support and technical guidance.
• Update network equipment to the latest firmware releases.
• Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution.
• Maintain documentation of network configurations, procedures, and changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience as a Network Engineer or in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of networking hardware, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Solid understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF).
• Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark).
• Familiarity with Quality of Service (QoS) configuration and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of network security practices and protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with wireless networking and cloud networking solutions.
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for network automation.
• Certification in networking (e.g., Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or Juniper JNCIS).
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper‑V).
• Full‑time, on‑site or remote work options available.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.