Network Reliability Engineer

Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies (CSIT); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies (CSIT) in Singapore is seeking a Network Infrastructure Engineer to design, implement, and operate modernised, virtualised network infrastructure using SDN technologies. You will work with cloud-based and software-defined networking (SD-WAN, ACI, NSX) to ensure scalable, secure operations.

The ideal candidate has a degree in CS/IT or related field, 2–5 years experience in network design and operations, strong TCP/IP, switching, routing, VPN skills, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or related field
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in network design, implementation and/or operations
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, switching, routing, DHCP, DNS, VPN
• Experience in campus and data centre switches, routers, load balancers, firewalls; use of network management tools
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and automation (scripting languages e.g. Ansible, Python, PowerShell); SDN awareness

Responsibilities

• Implement, operate and optimise modernised and virtualised network infrastructure to support scalable, secure operations
• Implement architectural standards and guidelines to enhance security, resiliency and scalability
• Evaluate and implement network technologies that meet user needs and industry trends
• Provide network consultation to project teams and collaborate with stakeholders to resolve technical problems

Skills

TCP/IP

Switching

Routing

DHCP

DNS

VPN

Ansible

Python

PowerShell

Cloud platforms

Education

Degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / IT

Tools

Ansible

Python

PowerShell

Terraform

Git

Kubernetes

Job description

You will be part of the dynamic team responsible for building resilient network infrastructure using cutting-edge technologies such as cloud-based and software-defined networking e.g. SD-WAN, ACI and NSX. You must have a good understanding of IT infrastructure systems, and knowledge in the latest networking technologies and platforms. We need you to be a team player, keen to take on new challenges and keep abreast with rapidly evolving technology landscape.

Responsibilities

• Implement, operate and optimise modernised and virtualised network infrastructure to ensure scalable, sustainable and secure operations
• Implement architectural standards, reference models and guidelines that enhance security, resiliency and scalability
• Evaluate and implement network technologies that meet users’ needs and aligned with the industry development
• Provide network consultation to project teams for system deployment, working with various stakeholders to resolve technical problems and optimise network performance

Requirements (Minimum Qualifications)

• A degree or professional qualification in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or related fields
• 2-5 years of relevant working experience in network design, implementation and/or operations preferred
• Manage and support network environment with strong network knowledge in TCP/IP, switching, routing, DHCP, DNS, virtual private networks (VPN)
• Implement and manage campus and data centre switches, routers, load balancers, firewalls and use of network management tools to monitor service metrics
• Knowledge in cloud platforms, automation at scale using scripting languages (e.g. Ansible, Python, PowerShell), storage networking and software defined networking will be an added advantage
• Good understanding of prevailing networking technologies and related technology markets
• Good communication skills, system thinking and systematic problem-solving skills
• Able to work with the team or independently with minimum supervision
• Self-motivated and eager to learn
• Candidates with no prior experience will also be considered as training will be provided

Nice to Have

• Certifications in networking domain such as CCNA/CCNP, VCP (Network Virtualisation)
• Experience in Git, Terraform, Kubernetes

As CSIT is an agency under the Ministry of Defence (Singapore), only Singapore Citizens will be considered.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.