Senior Network Administrator [T500-18092]

Ferguson GCC; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of quality supplies is seeking a Senior Network Administrator to manage network installations and maintenance. The role requires 4-7 years of experience in network communications, proficiency in troubleshooting, and knowledge of SDWAN and security protocols. You will work closely with various IT groups and be responsible for monitoring network performance, ensuring timely notifications regarding issues, and maintaining documentation of network operations. This is a full-time position in Bengaluru, Karnataka.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of enterprise/branch network voice/data communications experience preferred.
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office.
• Experience with SDWAN infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and operate routers, switches, and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network failures and performance issues.
• Coordinate installation and repair of network components.

Skills

Network troubleshooting

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office

Routing/Switching

SDWAN knowledge

Tools

CCNA Certification

CCNP Certification

Wireless networking technology

Job description

Senior Network Administrator [T500-18092]

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow hardware requirements, configuration guides, and documented restoration procedures for branch networks.
• Direct the activities for the installation, maintenance, and operation of routers, switches, wireless, voice, and related peripheral equipment.
• Coordinate and engage with field technicians to ensure proper installation, activation, and repair of network components.
• Work with WAN providers and vendors to ensure timely reporting and escalation of network-related problems.
• Assist in documenting and maintaining SOPs that support daily network operations.
• Troubleshoot and help isolate network failures and performance issues; work closely with vendors for resolution.
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting on the status of applicable WAN circuits and components.
• Maintain IP Address management system and related processes.
• Update Configuration Management as required to track inventory and other configuration items.
• Responsible for the configuration and maintenance of secondary connections across the WAN (DMVPN via broadband, LTE, or other transport).
• Handle network-related escalations, questions, and requests on network issues and elevate to Senior Admins as needed.
• Work with other groups within IT to resolve network-related issues as needed.
• Work after-hours as needed in support of the operation of the enterprise network environment and participate in an on-call rotation.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• 4-7 years of enterprise/branch network voice/data communications experience preferred.
• Proficient computer skills; must be comfortable in MS Office and related applications.
• Proficient Network skills and experience; CCNA, CCNP and additional certification relevant to the position is preferred but not required.
• Proficient troubleshooting experience and certification in wireless networking is preferred.
• Experience in an enterprise network operations environment, including large-scale deployments and refresh of multiple technical theaters.
• Experience with SDWAN infrastructure.
• Experience with Security protocols.
• Experience within Cloud Management and Technology.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.