Network Support & Asset Management Engineer

Consolidated Analytics, Inc.

Chennai District

On-site

INR 8,596,000 - 11,461,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Consolidated Analytics, Inc. is seeking a Network Support & Asset Management Engineer to lead the organization’s network operations and end-to-end IT asset lifecycle.

The role covers LAN/WAN management, firewall configuration, asset tagging, procurement governance, and compliance across Chennai and branch offices. Candidates should have hands-on experience with Fortinet FortiGate, AD/Group Policy, ITSM tools, and asset reporting.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Diploma in IT with hands-on networking and asset management experience.
Experience with LAN/WAN, FortiGate firewall, and VLAN/DNS/DHCP configurations.
Strong knowledge of IT asset lifecycle, licensing, and ITSM tooling.
Familiarity with AD, GPOs, and Windows server management.

Responsibilities

Oversee network infrastructure and end-to-end IT asset lifecycle.
Administer FortiGate firewall, VPNs, NAT rules, and log reviews.
Maintain IPAM, DNS, VLANs, and network documentation across sites.
Manage AD provisioning, GPOs, and endpoint policy enforcement.
Coordinate procurement, AMC renewals, licensing, and asset reporting.
Support compliance, IT audits, and security controls.

Skills

LAN/WAN

FortiGate

AD/Group Policy

ITIL concepts

PowerShell

Network monitoring

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Diploma with hands-on experience

Tools

ServiceDesk Plus

Freshservice

Lansweeper

ManageEngine AssetExplorer

Fortinet FortiGate/ FortiSwitch/ FortiAP

Azure Active Directory

Job description

Network Support & Asset Management Engineer

Consolidated Analytics, Inc. Chennai, Tennessee, United States

About this position

At loanDNA, we believe great leadership starts with the right people. Our team is built on industry veterans and forward-thinkers who bring a powerful mix of mortgage expertise, technical skills, and a passion for innovation.

We hire leaders who understand the complexities of the mortgage and financial services industry and embrace emerging technologies—AI, automation, and advanced analytics to deliver smarter, faster solutions for our clients.

From evaluating loan quality and collateral to shaping disposition strategies and optimizing performance, our leadership team combines hands-on experience with cutting-edge insight. Their perspective spans the full mortgage lifecycle, ensuring clients benefit from strategies that are both practical today and built for tomorrow.

Role Summary

This role is primarily responsible for managing the organization's network infrastructure and end-to-end IT asset lifecycle. The engineer will ensure stable, secure network operations across LAN/WAN environments while maintaining accurate asset records, driving procurement governance, and supporting IT compliance initiatives across Chennai and branch offices.

Key Responsibilities

1. Network Support & Operations (Primary Focus)

Monitor, configure, and troubleshoot LAN/WAN infrastructure including switches, routers, and wireless access points
Administer FortiGate firewall — policy management, NAT rules, VPN configuration, and log review
Manage VLAN segmentation, DHCP scopes, and DNS configurations across Fortinet and Microsoft environments
Support and maintain Wi‑Fi infrastructure (FortiAP or similar) including site surveys and channel planning
Configure and troubleshoot site-to-site VPN and remote access VPN for branch locations
Maintain comprehensive network documentation: IP address management (IPAM), topology diagrams, and network runbooks
Use monitoring tools (OpManager, SolarWinds, or equivalent) for proactive network health and performance tracking
Respond to and resolve network-related incidents, ensuring minimal downtime and adherence to SLAs

2. IT Asset Management (Primary Focus)

Own and maintain the end-to-end IT asset lifecycle — procurement, tagging, deployment, tracking, and retirement/disposal
Manage and regularly audit the IT asset inventory covering hardware (desktops, laptops, servers, network devices), software licenses, and peripherals
Coordinate with vendors for procurement, warranty management, AMC renewals, and hardware replacements
Maintain asset records in the ITSM tool (ServiceDesk Plus or equivalent), ensuring data accuracy and completeness
Support software license compliance — track allocations, renewals, and ensure adherence to licensing agreements
Prepare asset utilization reports and present periodic summaries to IT management
Define and enforce asset tagging standards, disposal procedures (e‑waste), and asset handover/return processes
Liaise with Finance for asset capitalization, depreciation tracking, and audit support

3. Systems & Endpoint Support (Secondary)

Manage Active Directory — user provisioning, OU structure, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and access control
Support Windows Server administration (2019/2022) including DHCP, DNS, and file share management
Assist with Microsoft Intune / Hybrid Azure AD Join for endpoint compliance and policy enforcement
Perform patch management and vulnerability remediation using Endpoint Central or equivalent tools
Provide Level 1/2 support for hardware, software, and OS issues, managing tickets within defined SLAs in ServiceDesk Plus

4. Security & Compliance

Enforce endpoint security policies via Sophos EDR, antivirus, and firewall rules
Monitor security alerts and escalate incidents per defined IT security procedures
Audit user access controls, privileged accounts, and software licensing compliance
Support data protection policy adherence and participate in security awareness initiatives

5. Reporting & Documentation

Prepare weekly/monthly network performance and asset status reports for IT management review
Maintain accurate SOPs, network configurations, asset lifecycle policies, and escalation procedures
Support internal and external IT audits with accurate documentation and evidence

Required QualificationsEducation

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related discipline
Diploma holders with demonstrably strong hands‑on experience will be considered

Technical Skills

Hands‑on experience with managed switches, VLANs, routing concepts, and wireless infrastructure
Working knowledge of FortiGate firewall — policy rules, NAT, VPN; Fortinet stack exposure is a strong advantage
Proven experience in IT asset lifecycle management — tagging, tracking, auditing, and disposal
Familiarity with ITSM tools (ServiceDesk Plus, Freshservice, or equivalent) for asset and ticket management
Working knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP administration
Experience with Microsoft 365 administration (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint)
Basic scripting ability in PowerShell for asset reporting or network automation tasks
Understanding of ITIL service management principles, particularly Asset and Configuration Management (SACM)

Soft Skills

Strong attention to detail — especially in maintaining accurate asset records and network documentation
Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate with vendors, and work independently
Clear communication skills — able to liaise with Finance, Procurement, and non-technical stakeholders
Process-oriented mindset with a commitment to documentation quality and compliance

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications: CompTIA Network+, Fortinet NSE 4, ITIL Foundation, or Microsoft MD-102 / AZ-900
Hands‑on exposure to Fortinet products (FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiAP)
Experience with dedicated ITAM tools (Manage Engine AssetExplorer, Lansweeper, or similar)
Working knowledge of Azure Active Directory / Entra ID
Experience supporting hybrid on-premises and cloud infrastructure environments
Exposure to IT procurement processes — RFQ, vendor evaluation, and contract management