Network Engineer II -12 months contract

ESOL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ESOL PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer to design, implement, and manage our enterprise network infrastructure.

You will ensure reliability, security, and optimal performance while collaborating with IT operations, security, and application teams. Candidates bring 5+ years in network engineering, hands-on experience with Cisco/Juniper gear, firewalls, VPNs, and monitoring tools. You will optimize cloud and hybrid networks, participate in disaster recovery planning, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in network engineering and infrastructure management.
• Advanced knowledge of network architecture, routing protocols, switching technologies, and TCP/IP networking.
• Proficiency with enterprise networking equipment from Cisco/Juniper or equivalent.
• Strong expertise in network security, firewalls, VPNs, and access control implementations.
• Hands-on experience with network monitoring and management tools (Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds).
• Understanding of cloud networking and hybrid infrastructure.
• Strong troubleshooting and incident response skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• CCNA/CCNP or equivalent preferred, scripting (Python/Ansible) a plus.
• Experience with disaster recovery and business continuity planning.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network solutions that support organizational growth.
• Install, configure, and maintain enterprise networking equipment (Cisco/Juniper).
• Monitor performance, analyze trends, and proactively prevent outages.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and coordinate incident response.
• Implement and manage network security protocols (firewalls, VPNs, ACLs).
• Maintain documentation and configuration standards; develop best practices.
• Collaborate with IT operations, security, and application teams to align networks with business objectives.
• Evaluate new networking technologies and tools to enhance capabilities.
• Support upgrades, migrations, and optimization initiatives.
• Provide user guidance on network connectivity and performance.
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.

Skills

Network design

Routing protocols

TCP/IP

Firewall & VPN

Monitoring tools

Security

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

CCNA/CCNP certification

Tools

Nagios

Zabbix

SolarWinds

Python

Ansible

Job description

Job Description

We're looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative Network Engineer to join our growing IT team in Singapore. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our enterprise network infrastructure. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies while ensuring network reliability, security, and optimal performance. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your technical expertise in a supportive, innovative environment where your contributions directly impact our organization's success.

• Design and implement network solutions that support organizational growth and evolving business requirements
• Install, configure, and maintain enterprise networking equipment from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, or equivalent platforms
• Monitor network performance metrics, analyze trends, and proactively implement solutions to prevent outages and performance degradation
• Troubleshoot complex network issues efficiently and coordinate incident response efforts to minimize downtime
• Implement and manage network security protocols, including firewalls, VPNs, and access control systems to protect critical assets
• Manage network documentation, maintain configuration standards, and develop best practices for infrastructure management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT operations, security, and application teams to align network solutions with business objectives
• Evaluate and recommend new networking technologies and tools to enhance infrastructure capabilities
• Support network infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and optimization initiatives
• Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and internal teams regarding network connectivity and performance
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing to ensure business continuity

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in network engineering and infrastructure management
• Advanced knowledge of network architecture, routing protocols, switching technologies, and TCP/IP networking
• Proficiency with enterprise networking equipment from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, or equivalent
• Strong expertise in network security, firewalls, VPNs, and access control implementations
• Hands-on experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds)
• Solid understanding of cloud networking, hybrid infrastructure, and modern network design principles
• Proven ability to analyze complex network problems and implement efficient, innovative solutions
• Strong troubleshooting and incident response skills with the ability to work under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all organizational levels
• Experience with network documentation tools and configuration management systems
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Preferred Certifications: CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent networking certification
• Familiarity with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible) is a plus
• Experience with disaster recovery procedures and business continuity planning is desirable