Senior Network Engineer

Wateen Telecom Limited; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,674,000 - 2,232,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications provider is looking for a Senior Network Engineer in Karachi. The role involves implementing and optimizing security technologies and core network devices on-site. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field and at least 4 years of experience in network deployment. Certifications such as Cisco CCNA are required. Exceptional analytical and communication skills are essential for this position. Join us to ensure high customer satisfaction through on-site technical support.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Data Center/Security Deployment.
• 4+ years in network deployment and troubleshooting.
• Certifications: CCNA required, CCNP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement and optimize core network devices.
• Provide post-deployment maintenance and incident resolution.
• Collaborate with TAC and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain technical knowledge on relevant products.
• Document configurations, procedures, and network diagrams.

Skills

Data Center/Security Deployment project experience

Routing and switching protocols (STP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, VRFs)

IPsec VPNs (route-based and policy-based)

Cisco NGFW, NGIPS, Cisco ISE/AAA systems

IT operations in Banking or Enterprise data centers

Emergency troubleshooting skills

Analytical and documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or Telecommunication Engineering

4+ years of relevant experience

Cisco CCNA Enterprise/Security (Required)

Cisco CCNP Enterprise/Security (Preferred)

Job description

Position Summary

The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for providing advanced post-sales technical services at the customer site, with a primary focus on security products. The role ensures successful deployment, operation, and optimization of firewalls, VPNs, endpoint security, 2FA, NAC, threat intelligence, core network devices, and related technologies, while delivering a superior customer experience through direct, on‑site support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation, configuration, operation, and optimization of core network devices at the customer site.
• Provide post‑deployment maintenance support, incident resolution, and technical troubleshooting for core networking products and integrated infrastructure.
• Assist customer teams in managing routing, switching, network security, and data center operations.
• Collaborate with Cisco, Huawei, and Fortinet TAC and internal engineering teams to resolve complex issues.
• Maintain up‑to‑date technical knowledge on Huawei, Cisco, and Fortinet products.
• Provide guidance and technical training to customer teams on the deployed product.
• Lead off‑hours upgrades, change implementations, and proactive health checks.
• Document configurations, procedures, best practices, and network diagrams.
• Participate in design validation, RCA, and operational improvement sessions.
• Ensure high customer satisfaction and act as the technical face of the organization on‑site.

Required Skills

• Must have hands‑on experience delivering at least one Data Center/Security Deployment project.
• Strong command of routing and switching protocols: STP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, VRFs.
• Experience with route‑based and policy‑based IPsec VPNs.
• In‑depth knowledge of Cisco NGFW, NGIPS, Cisco ISE/AAA systems, Wireless, SDWAN, SD‑Access, and Nexus products.
• Strong understanding of IT operations in Banking or Enterprise data center environments.
• Ability to lead critical operations and emergency troubleshooting independently.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or Telecommunication Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in network deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting, especially in data center environments.
• Certifications: Cisco CCNA Enterprise/Security (Required); Cisco CCNP Enterprise/Security (Preferred).