Network engineer - Vpn technologies

ITCAN PTE. LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Singapore is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to manage and secure Extranet and VPN technologies. You will design and maintain secure network connections with external partners. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and at least 3 years of relevant experience. This role requires hands-on experience with VPN technologies and knowledge of network security best practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in network engineering or administration focusing on VPN and Extranet technologies.
• Strong hands-on experience with VPN technologies: IPsec, SSL VPN.
• Ability to document and communicate complex network configurations clearly.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain Extranet networks for secure external access.
• Implement and manage VPN solutions for secure communication channels.
• Monitor and troubleshoot VPN and Extranet connectivity issues.

Skills

VPN Technologies

Extranet Connectivity

Network Protocols

Firewall Management

Network Security Best Practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cisco ASA

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Check Point

Job description

Mandatory Skills VPN Technologies

Preferred Skills

Brief Job Description Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer with strong expertise in Extranet connectivity and VPN technologies to manage and secure external network connections between our organization and partners, vendors, and remote users. The ideal candidate will ensure reliable, secure, and high-performance VPN and Extranet solutions that support business collaboration and data exchange.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain Extranet networks to enable secure and controlled access for external partners and vendors.

• Implement and manage VPN solutions (site-to-site, remote access, SSL VPN, IPsec VPN) to secure communication channels.

• Configure and maintain firewalls, VPN gateways, and related security infrastructure to protect Extranet and VPN traffic.

• Monitor and troubleshoot VPN and Extranet connectivity issues to ensure uptime and performance SLAs.

• Develop and enforce security policies for external network access, including identity and access management.

• Collaborate with internal IT teams and external partners to establish and maintain trusted network connections.

• Document network architecture, configurations, and procedures related to Extranet and VPN environments.

• Perform regular audits, vulnerability assessments, and compliance checks on VPN and Extranet systems.

• Provide support for incident response related to network breaches or access issues in Extranet/VPN areas.

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Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

• 3+ years of experience in network engineering or administration with a focus on VPN and Extranet technologies.

• Strong hands-on experience with VPN technologies: IPsec, SSL VPN

• Working knowledge in configuring and managing firewalls and VPN gateways(Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point, etc.).

• Solid knowledge of network protocols including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and routing principles.

• Familiarity with network security best practices, including encryption, authentication, and access controls.

• Experience with monitoring and diagnostic tools for VPN and network performance.

• Ability to document and communicate complex network configurations clearly.

• To work with business unit focal from start to end and deploy the solutions required to connect DBS and partners over the B2B Extranet network

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP or equivalent

• Experience with multi-vendor VPN environments and complex Extranet architectures.

• Understanding of Dot1Q, VXLAN, VRF and deployment

• Knowledge of cloud-based VPN solutions and hybrid cloud networking.

• Familiarity with network automation tools and scripting will be an advantage