Senior Network Engineer | Multi-Cloud & Network Security

Sutherland; Taguig; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutherland is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer to design, secure, and optimize enterprise networks that span on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. You will work with cutting-edge technologies and partner with infrastructure and security teams to ensure reliable connectivity for business operations.

The role emphasizes architecture, automation, and incident readiness, with responsibilities from design to deployment, mentoring peers, and guiding strategic projects across multi-cloud

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of hands-on enterprise network engineering experience.
• Deep expertise in routing, switching, wireless networking, and network security.
• Experience supporting large-scale, enterprise, or mission-critical environments.
• Experience working with Cisco, Palo Alto, F5 or similar enterprise technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, and cloud networking solutions.
• Lead network transformation, upgrade, and modernization initiatives.
• Develop architecture standards, technical documentation, and best practices.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative networking solutions.
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for complex network incidents and outages.
• Conduct root cause analysis and drive permanent solutions to recurring issues.
• Proactively monitor and optimize network performance, availability, and reliability.
• Participate in incident response and on-call support activities when needed.
• Implement and manage network security technologies including firewalls, VPNs, NAC, segmentation, and secure remote access.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Cisco

Palo Alto

F5

Job description

Build the Network That Powers the Business

Are you a passionate Network Engineer who thrives in complex, high-impact environments? Do you enjoy designing modern enterprise networks, driving cloud connectivity initiatives, and solving critical infrastructure challenges?

We're looking for a skilled Network Engineer to join our team and play a key role in designing, securing, and optimizing enterprise network infrastructure that supports business operations across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies including SD-WAN, cloud networking, automation, Zero Trust architectures, and large-scale enterprise infrastructure, while collaborating with highly skilled infrastructure and cybersecurity professionals.

What You'll Do

Design & Architect Modern Networks

• Design, implement, and support enterprise LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, and cloud networking solutions.
• Lead network transformation, upgrade, and modernization initiatives.
• Develop architecture standards, technical documentation, and best practices.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative networking solutions.

Ensure Reliability & Operational Excellence

• Provide Tier 2/3 support for complex network incidents and critical outages.
• Conduct root cause analysis and drive permanent solutions to recurring issues.
• Proactively monitor and optimize network performance, availability, and reliability.
• Participate in incident response and on-call support activities when needed.

Strengthen Security & Compliance

• Implement and manage network security technologies including firewalls, VPNs, NAC, segmentation, and secure remote access solutions.
• Partner closely with cybersecurity teams to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Support audit, compliance, and risk management initiatives.
• Drive adoption of security best practices and modern network defense strategies.
• Design and support cloud networking solutions across Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
• Build and optimize hybrid-cloud and multi-cloud network architectures.
• Integrate networking services with enterprise infrastructure platforms.
• Drive automation initiatives using Infrastructure-as-Code and modern network management practices.

Lead Strategic Projects

• Own the technical delivery of network projects from planning through implementation.
• Collaborate with vendors, service providers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the growth of the team.
• Create implementation plans, testing strategies, and deployment procedures that ensure successful outcomes.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of hands‑on enterprise network engineering experience.
• Deep expertise in routing, switching, wireless networking, and network security.
• Experience supporting large‑scale, enterprise, or mission‑critical environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working with platforms such as Cisco, Palo Alto, F5, or similar enterprise technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cisco CCNP or equivalent certification.
• Experience with cloud networking architectures.
• Experience implementing or supporting SD‑WAN environments.
• Knowledge of automation and scripting using Python, PowerShell, Terraform, or Ansible.
• Advanced certifications such as:
• CCIE
• CISSP
• AWS Advanced Networking Specialty

Technical Expertise

We're particularly interested in candidates with experience in:

• BGP, MPLS, and advanced routing protocols
• Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching technologies
• VPN, Firewall, IDS/IPS, and Zero Trust architectures
• SD‑WAN and internet connectivity solutions
• Cloud‑native and hybrid‑cloud networking
• Network monitoring and performance management platforms
• Automation and Infrastructure-as-Code methodologies

What Makes You Successful

• Exceptional troubleshooting and critical thinking skills
• Strong technical leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Ability to execute complex projects and deliver results