Principal/ Senior Network Engineer (L2/L3 - Operations Focused) (1-Net)

RecruiterPal; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

1-Net is seeking an IT Infrastructure Specialist to support its IT Services, including Cloud and DC services. The role involves designing network and firewall deployments, implementing best practices for data center security, and ensuring high availability through monitoring and patching.

You will manage operation issues, administer routers/switches, VPN, and related security devices, while documenting procedures and aligning with SOPs. Strong Linux/Windows experience and CCNA are required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Computer/IT field.
• CCNA or equivalent required.
• ITIL v3/v4 preferred.
• Experience with networking devices and security.
• OS: RH Linux/CentOS/Ubuntu/Windows Server.
• Cloud virtualization knowledge (AWS, VMware, Hyper-V, Azure, OpenStack).
• Understanding of cloud/enterprise networking and security best practices.
• English proficiency in spoken and written form.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support IT services including cloud and DC services.
• Design, architect and deploy network and firewall solutions.
• Implement firewall best practices for data center security.
• Monitor performance, perform maintenance, and patch systems.
• Troubleshoot IT operational issues and handle change requests.
• Administer network infrastructure: routers, switches, VPN, endpoints.
• Document diagnoses, resolutions, and configurations.
• Source for better IT solutions to boost efficiency and growth.
• Follow SOPs and participate in security/compliance certifications.

Skills

CCNA

Network troubleshooting

Cloud virtualization

Linux

Windows Server

Education

Diploma or Degree in IT

Tools

Routers

Switches

Firewalls

VPN

IDS/IPS

Proxy

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

1-Net manages carrier-neutral Internet Data Centers, along with providing a comprehensive range of integrated services including network connectivity, managed services, work area recovery suite, cloud and media delivery services. 1-Net’s Data Center Corridor initiative currently interconnects key data centers in Singapore to facilities quick deployment and providing a diverse connectivity options for enterprises and service providers.

1-Net is fast transforming itself into Asia’s Data Centre of Choice. As one of the pioneers in broadband development in Singapore, 1-Net currently manages telco-class carrier-neutral Internet Data Centres, along with providing domestic and international connectivity, managed services and media delivery services. 1-Net offers superior stability, secure delivery and service experience through its services. It’s uniquely positioned in Southeast Asia, with a comprehensive range of integrated services and a media-centric approach to bring cutting edge solutions to its customers.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where talent thrives. Our hiring decisions are made based on merit and fit-to-role. If you have a disability or special need which requires accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application. We will be happy to support as necessary.

Thank you for your interest and application to this role. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This role is required to managed and support 1-Net’s IT Services business, including Cloud Services, Managed Services, DC services, and Business Continuity Management Services.

• Support for corporate and customer IT infrastructure and projects in delivering services according to SOP to meet prescribed SLA.
• Support in design, architect and build network and firewall deployment solutions, frameworks, automation and orchestration to secure IT System and Infrastructure.
• Deploy and Implement firewall best practices solutions to secure the data center infrastructure, system and application levels.
• Participates in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation of IT services.
• Performance monitoring, preventive maintenance and patch management of IT equipment to ensure optimum performance. To propose capacity upgrade or replacement when required.
• Perform daily rectification of IT operational issues and change requests within expected service level agreement.
• Management and administration of network and security infrastructure such as Routers, Switches, Firewalls, VPN, endpoint security, etc.
• Provide diagnoses, resolution, and documentation in all aspects of supporting, implementing and managing an enterprise network environment.
• Provide installation, configuration, implementation, integration and commissioning of IT solution to internal and external customers.
• Proactively source for better IT solutions or services to optimize business operational efficiency and business growth via IT solutions and process changes.
• Perform schedule maintenance routine and update records for performance analysis.
• Responsible for planning and deployment of new and existing systems for internal and external.
• Maintain process documentation and follow approved standard operation procedures (SOP).
• Participate in certification requirements for QMS/ISMS/BCMS/PCI-DSS/OSPAR, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Diploma or Degree in Computer or other IT related field of study.
• Basic network certifications such as CCNA or equivalent required.
• ITIL v3 or v4 preferred.
• Must possess demonstrated Network troubleshooting skills and experience with installation and configuration of networking devices (switches, routers, firewalls, VPN, proxy and other network appliances).
• Working experience in multiple areas like OS, databases, applications, networking devices, storage devices, firewalls, IDS/IPS, orchestration and virtualization technologies, etc.
• Must possess IT trouble shooting skills and experience with Operating Systems (RH Linux, Centos, Ubuntu, Windows Servers).
• Basic Cloud Virtualisation technology knowledge like AWS, VMWare, and Microsoft Hyper-V, Azure, OpenStack, etc.
• Basic understanding of cloud / enterprise networking and security best practices.
• Knowledge of OS/ Network security hardening.
• Excellent networking concept and Switch & routing knowledge.
• Experience in analysing security log, network & security incident.
• Possess a strong sense of urgency.
• Problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Customer focus, continuous learning, decision making and gaining commitment.
• Working location: 1-Net (East) at Chai Chee / 1-Net (North) Woodlands.