Associate Network Engineer (12 months)

NTC ENTERPRISES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Singapore is seeking an Associate Network Engineer to support network infrastructure deployment and operations. You will be responsible for configuring networks, managing incidents, and ensuring security compliance. Ideal candidates have a degree in IT, CCNA or CCNP certification, and relevant experience in the network industry. The role requires strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with an ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant working experience in IT Network industry.
• Involvement in Pre-sales or Post-sales of medium to large/complex Infrastructure.
• Ability to perform independently and interface with customers.

Responsibilities

• Configure and administer networks to ensure compliance with standards.
• Manage network operations and incidents to maintain infrastructure.
• Implement security measures and respond to incidents.

Skills

Routing

Switching

Wireless

MPLS

DHCP

DNS

Firewall

SSL VPN

Network Management

Structured Cabling

Education

Diploma/Degree in Computer Science or IT

CCNA or CCNP certification

Industrial security product certification

Tools

Firewalls

SSL VPN

Network Management Tools

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Associate Network Engineer is responsible for supporting the deployment and operations of network infrastructure. You will assist with the installation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and testing of network systems and solutions. To monitor and configure network components to ensure security and resolve network incidents. To ensure that network activities are documented appropriately and in compliance with the required procedures and standards.

To be familiar with core networking technologies and trends, network standards, and network routing protocols. You will be required to work on a rotational on-call or shift basis.

The Associate Network Engineer is a motivated team player and is driven by results. To also possess analytical skills and work well in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Configure and administer networks

• Design cost-effective network systems and services that meet product specifications and comply to standards and best practices
• Prepare and execute test plans including integration, performance, coverage and capacity verification
• Review technical documents for processes, technology and devices
• Designate the direction for Local Area Network (LAN) and/or Wide Area Network (WAN), internet, wireless, and remote access services
• Validate the Software Defined Network (SDN) infrastructure within the IT ecosystem
• Oversee the installation, upgrading, operation, control, maintenance and effective use of LAN and/or WAN for the communication of data, voice, text or images
• Perform technical evaluation and proof-of-concept of new technologies for network infrastructure
• Review releases, upgrades and fixes available from systems software and supplies and identify those which merit action

Manage network operations and incidents

• Manage network infrastructure to ensure alignment of technical requirements
• Provide technical inputs on the procurement of network equipment and ensure compliance with procurement policies
• Develop the disaster recovery plan, processes and protocols for disaster recovery of network infrastructure
• Ensure disaster recovery plan testing activities are performed and technical criteria are met
• Perform network fault troubleshooting and root cause analysis to locate sources of network issues
• Develop and verify recovery solutions in test environments and execute in production network
• Implement automation workflow for the management of repeated network issues in collaboration with relevant teams
• Plan and coordinate network security measures for network infrastructure, software and data

Manage network security

• Review compliance with information security policies and standards
• Assess configurations and security procedures for adherence to legal and regulatory requirements
• Investigate and assess the risks of network attacks and recommend remedial action
• Prioritize and resolve security incidents, and escalate where necessary

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma/Degree in Computer Science or IT, or with at least 2-3 years of relevant working experience in IT Network industry and involved in Pre-sales or Post-sales of medium to large/complex Infrastructure.
• CCNA or CCNP certification is required.
• Industrial security product certification would be preferred.
• Familiar and conversant in Routing, Switching, Wireless, MPLS, DHCP, DNS, NAC, Proxy, Syslog, Firewall, SSL VPN, Network Management and Structured Cabling.
• Ability to perform independently and interface with customers, partners and account team.
• Good fundamentals in the understanding of the inter-dependencies of the services (application, system & network).

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, high adaptability and positive attitude are expected.
• A team player with determination to drive to excel.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong drive to succeed.