Tier III - Data Center LAN Network Engineer

Capgemini; Pasay; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini is seeking a Network Operations Engineer DCLAN - Tier III to implement and maintain our data center network infrastructure. The role requires advanced expertise in data center technologies, network protocols, and security practices to ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of mission-critical systems.

You will design, deploy, and manage data center networks, configure F5 load balancers, implement SSL offloading, and support cloud/SD-Access/Cisco ACI environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• CCNP Data Center or higher.
• 5+ years of experience in enterprise data center engineering or network operations.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus and Juniper switching platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage data center network infrastructure.
• Configure and manage F5 load balancers, including SSL offloading.
• Implement and support security practices including 802.1X and DDoS mitigation.
• Diagnose and resolve LAN/DCB protocol issues (STP, ARP, DHCP, HSRP, VRRP).
• Document network designs, configurations, and procedures for operational transparency.

Skills

Data center networking

Cisco Nexus

F5 load balancers

SSL offloading

Network automation

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Security practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

CCNP Data Center or higher

Tools

Cisco ACI

SD-Access

Cloud Networking

Juniper EX/QFX

tcpdump/Wireshark

Automation tooling

Job description

Job Title: Network Operations Engineer DCLAN - Tier III

Role Summary

The Enterprise Data Center Engineer is a key contributor to the implementation and maintenance of the organization’s data center network infrastructure. This role demands advanced expertise in data center technologies, network protocols, and security practices to ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of mission-critical systems. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to support enterprise initiatives and maintain robust, secure, and efficient data center operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage data center network infrastructure using Cisco Nexus platforms (N7K, N9K, N5K, N2K/FEX).
• Configure and maintain F5 load balancers, including virtual servers, pools, iRules, and SSL certificate management.
• Implement and support SSL offloading and related security practices.
• Perform packet captures and traffic analysis using tools like tcpdump and Wireshark.
• Manage and troubleshoot advanced data center networking technologies including vPC, FabricPath, VxLAN, and LACP port-channels.
• Maintain data center model topologies (CLOS, Three-tier, Collapsed Core).
• Diagnose and resolve LAN/DCB protocol issues (STP, ARP, DHCP, HSRP, VRRP).
• Support virtualized and automated network environments (Cloud, SD-Access, Cisco ACI).
• Enforce LAN security measures including 802.1X access control, DDoS mitigation, and DHCP spoofing prevention.
• Configure and troubleshoot routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and ISIS.
• Provide operational support and configuration for Juniper switch platforms (EX, QFX series) as needed.
• Document network designs, configurations, and procedures for operational transparency and compliance.

Required Skill Set

• Strong understanding of enterprise data center networking principles.
• Proficiency in Cisco Nexus platforms and F5 load balancer technologies.
• Solid grasp of SSL offloading, Linux fundamentals, and network traffic analysis.
• Expertise in Layer 2/3 protocols and data center fabric technologies.
• Familiarity with network automation and virtualization platforms.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in high-pressure environments.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Tools & Technologies

• Security: 802.1X, DHCP Spoofing, DDoS Mitigation
• Virtualization & Automation: Cisco ACI, SD-Access, Cloud Networking

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• CCNP Data Center or higher
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in enterprise data center engineering or network operations.

Preferred Experience

• Hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus and Juniper switching platforms.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale data center environments.
• Experience with network automation and orchestration tools.
• Exposure to hybrid cloud environments and SDN technologies.

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid set-up in Mall of Asia Business Complex