Network Engineer (CCNA & Cisco IOS) | Extravis | Karachi, Pakistan | Remote

Extravis Limited; Karachi Division; Hybrid; PKR 1,000,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Extravis Limited invites a skilled Network Engineer to lead and support enterprise network architecture from a remote base in Karachi, Pakistan. You will configure routing and switching using Cisco IOS CLI, implement VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, and OSPF, and manage DHCP, DNS, NAT/PAT, and SNMP services.

You’ll analyze Syslog and NetFlow data, harden security, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2–5 years of hands-on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 2–5 years of enterprise network engineering experience.
• Strong CCNA fundamentals and hands-on routing/switching.
• Experience with VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, and OSPF.
• Experience with DHCP, DNS, NAT/PAT, SNMP.
• Familiarity with Syslog and NetFlow monitoring.
• Security hardening and basic incident handling.
• Remote work readiness from Karachi, Pakistan.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain enterprise routing and switching topologies using Cisco IOS CLI.
• Implement VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, and OSPF.
• Manage DHCP, DNS, NAT/PAT; administer SNMP and NetFlow.
• Analyze Syslog data and harden network security.
• Document topology and backups; monitor telemetry.

Skills

CCNA

Routing

Switching

VLANs

OSPF

DHCP

DNS

NAT/PAT

SNMP

NetFlow

Security

Linux

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT

Tools

Cisco IOS CLI

Linux environments

Job description

Position Summary

Driving advanced network engineering, core routing and switching, and remote infrastructure operations from Karachi, Pakistan, Extravis is actively seeking an accomplished Network Engineer for a permanent remote professional engagement. In this vital technical role, you will architect, configure, monitor, and troubleshoot robust enterprise networks utilizing CCNA fundamentals, Cisco IOS CLI, Linux environments, and advanced monitoring tools. Bringing strong hands-on expertise in routing, switching, VLANs, OSPF, and network security, you will empower global distributed operations to achieve uncompromised connectivity, low-latency transmission, and high availability. This prestigious career opportunity offers competitive remuneration, high technical visibility, and professional growth within a premier global technology and software solutions enterprise.

Detailed Job Description

As a Network Engineer supporting Extravis on a remote basis from Karachi, Pakistan, you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of enterprise network architecture, routing protocols, and telemetry monitoring. Your day-to-day responsibilities include configuring VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), EtherChannel, and OSPF, managing DHCP, DNS, NAT/PAT, and SNMP services, analyzing Syslog and NetFlow data, hardening network security, and collaborating directly with multidisciplinary engineering squads and human resources leaders like Jazib Ali.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, test, and maintain enterprise routing and switching topologies utilizing Cisco IOS command-line interface (CLI).
• Implement and optimize core networking protocols including VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), EtherChannel, and OSPF.
• Administer core network services and translation mechanisms including DHCP, DNS, and NAT/PAT.
• Deploy and configure Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), Syslog logging servers, and NetFlow traffic analysis tools.
• Execute rigorous network security configurations, firewall rules, access control lists, and vulnerability mitigations.
• Utilize network simulation tools and Linux environments to test architectural changes and troubleshoot connectivity anomalies.
• Monitor network performance metrics, analyze telemetry feeds, and resolve operational bottlenecks promptly.
• Maintain meticulous network documentation, topology diagrams, configuration backups, and incident resolution audit logs.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 2 to 5 years of progressive professional hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering and IT support.
• Strong, demonstrable operational proficiency in CCNA fundamentals, routing, and switching.
• Comprehensive working knowledge and practical experience with VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, and OSPF.
• Deep practical familiarity with DHCP, DNS, NAT/PAT, and SNMP service management.
• Solid practical grasp of Syslog analysis, NetFlow monitoring, and network security hardening.
• Exceptional analytical problem-solving aptitude, technical troubleshooting skills, and professional communication capabilities.
• Mandatory legal work authorization and reliable infrastructure for remote professional operations based in Karachi, Pakistan.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Professional networking certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).
• Prior professional working experience in top-tier multinational software houses, managed service providers, or remote tech enterprises.
• Hands-on familiarity with Network Monitoring Systems (NMS) and automated scripting using Python or Bash.
• Experience utilizing enterprise IT service management (ITSM) ticketing platforms (ServiceNow, Jira) for incident tracking.
• Exposure to cloud networking environments across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud platforms.

Application Information

• Recruiter: Extravis Recruitment Division
• Contact Name: Jazib Ali (Human Resources, Head Hunting & Recruitment Operations)
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone:
• Company Website: https://www.extravis.co
• Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Remote Enterprise Package
• Deadline: Open until filled (Urgent Remote Network Engineer Opening)
• Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days Preferred
• Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time Remote Engagement (Karachi, Pakistan)

Recruitment Pro Tip

When applying for this Network Engineer position through Extravis, ensure your resume explicitly highlights your CCNA foundation, hands-on Cisco IOS CLI configuration portfolio, and experience with NetFlow/Syslog monitoring tools.