Senior Network Engineer

Jobskey Search and Selection; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join a client's team in Hyderabad. The role involves designing, deploying, and maintaining secure network infrastructures tailored to the organization's requirements. Responsibilities include implementing security measures and ensuring network reliability. Ideal candidates should have strong expertise in networking protocols, hardware, and security practices, complemented by a CCNA certification. Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills are a must.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of networking protocols, especially TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF.
• Experience with various network hardware from Cisco, Juniper, and HP.
• Familiarity with network security practices including firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS.
• Ability to document configurations and procedures clearly.
• Strong troubleshooting and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement LANs, WANs, and wireless networks.
• Develop network solutions aligning with business goals.
• Monitor and maintain network performance.
• Manage routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
• Maintain comprehensive network documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with vendors and IT staff to resolve issues.
• Assist in evaluating new network technologies.

Skills

Networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF)

Network hardware (Cisco, Juniper, HP)

Network security practices (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS)

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Tools

Fortigate firewalls

Cisco switches

Aruba wireless devices

Wireshark

Aruba wireless

Aruba Central

Wireshark

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Senior Network Engineer with a strong focus on security and a CCNA certification to join our client's team in Gachibowli, Hyderabad. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, ensuring they meet our organizations security, availability, and performance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and other network hardware.
• Develop network solutions that align with business objectives, ensuring robust security and optimal performance.
• Collaborate with IT staff and management to define and implement network requirements.
• Monitor and maintain network performance, ensuring system availability and reliability.
• Perform regular maintenance and upgrades, including service packs, patches, hotfixes, and security configurations.
• Diagnose and resolve network issues swiftly to minimize downtime.
• Implement and manage security measures such as firewalls, access controls, and encryption protocols.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices in network infrastructure.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, changes, and procedures.
• Provide regular reports on network status, issues, and performance.
• Offer technical support for network-related issues to end-users and IT staff.
• Collaborate with vendors, service providers, and external partners to resolve issues and manage network services.
• Assist in the evaluation and selection of new technologies and tools to enhance network efficiency and performance.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF).
• Experience with network hardware, including Cisco, Juniper, and HP devices.
• Familiarity with network security practices, such as firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS.
• Proficiency in configuring and managing routers, switches, and wireless access points.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with a methodical approach to diagnosing and resolving complex network issues.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in preparing technical documentation and reports.
• Hands-on experience with Fortigate firewalls, Cisco switches, Aruba wireless devices, Aruba Central, and Wireshark.

Certifications

• CCNA (required)