Network Engineer

MORGAN MCKINLEY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An IT consulting firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced network engineer to configure and optimize networks, support operations, and manage security. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in IT, at least 5 years of experience in network deployment, and relevant certifications like CCNA. This role may require 24/7 standby availability.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in IT network deployment and maintenance.
• Advantage to have ITIL certification.
• Open to be on 24/7 standby.

Responsibilities

• Configure and administer networks.
• Optimize network utilization and performance.
• Support network operations.
• Manage network security.

Skills

IT network deployment

Network troubleshooting

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT

Tools

CCNA certification

CCNP certification

Job description

Job Description

Configure & Administer Networks

• Update network diagrams and documentation for design and planning of network communication systems
• Determine impact of network requirements on existing architecture, work processes and systems
• Draft technical documents for processes, technology and devices
• Assist in determining infrastructure systems specifications, input/output (I/O) processes and working parameters for hardware and/or software compatibility
• Configure, test, automate, integrate, model and analyse the Software Defined Network (SDN) infrastructure within the IT ecosystem
• Provide suggestions on the direction for Local Area Network (LAN) and/or Wide Area Network (WAN), internet, wireless and remote access services
• Participate in technical design reviews of applicable solutions

Optimise Network Utilisation & Performance

• Consolidate network data based on key parameters or metrics
• Assist in the development of capacity planning models, load-balance and/or redundancy solutions
• Administer tuning of networks for optimisation
• Review facility bandwidth requirements and system inter-dependencies
• Document network activities in accordance with organisational policies
• Monitor network activity and log technical issues
• Maintain awareness of emerging software and/or hardware solutions

Support Network Operations

• Conduct regular maintenance, patches and upgrades to the network
• Prepare technical specifications and documents to procure network equipment
• Perform routine backups and administer disaster recovery protocols
• Assist in the development of disaster recovery plans

Manage Network Security

• Monitor indicators of compromise or breach in network security
• Track and document network security incidents
• Configure network security across software and/or hardware components
• Coordinate and configure network access and controls

Resolve Network Incidents

• Classify and prioritise network incidents for troubleshooting
• Document network incidents and resolution methods
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve network issues

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in any IT studies - Computer Engineering / Computer Science/ Information Technology
• At least 5 years of experience is preferred in IT network deployment and maintenance
• Advantage to have ITIL certification
• Must have at least CCNA or equivalent certification, advantage to have CCNP
• Possess IT network project management skill with technical knowledge in IT network
• Candidate with strong network troubleshooting skill will be an advantage
• Open to be on 24/7 standby