Senior Network Engineer (Network), A*CRC

Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research agency in Singapore is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to manage planning and operations of their network infrastructure. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree, CCNA certification, and at least 3 years of experience in a Data Centre environment. The role involves troubleshooting, network optimization, and collaboration with teams to enhance infrastructure performance.

Qualifications

• 3 years of working experience in Data Centre or Enterprise Network.
• Good understanding of networking technologies, including WAN, LAN.
• Proficient in managing routers, switches, and network firewalls.

Responsibilities

• Plan, configure and administer the network infrastructure.
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve network incidents.
• Assist in network capacity planning and optimization.

Skills

Network Security

Troubleshooting Skills

Routing and Switching

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

CCNA Certification

CCNP Certification (preferred)

Tools

Cisco Routers and Switches

Network Monitoring Systems

Linux

Job description

Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for the planning, implementation, operation and support of the network infrastructure in Data Centre environment. This role requires strong technical and troubleshooting skills and the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, reliable and high-performance network infrastructure.

Job Description

• Responsible for the planning, configuration and administration of A*CRC network infrastructure.
• Perform root cause analysis, resolve network incidents, handle change requests.
• Assist in network capacity planning and optimization.
• Participate in projects involving internal and external collaborators.
• Perform network evaluation, proof of concepts and provide recommendations.
• Involve in the development of network and network security related technical specifications.
• Work on improving processes and automation for network infrastructure.
• Manage daily network operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent.
• CCNA certified. CCNP or equivalent will be preferred.
• 3 years of working experiences in Data Centre or Enterprise Network.
• Good understanding of networking technologies (e.g., WAN, LAN, Network Security, DWDM etc).
• Strong knowledge and troubleshooting skills in network routing and switching (e.g., BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, MP-BGP EVPN, VRF etc.).
• Proficient in managing routers, switches, network firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, vulnerability assessment and Network monitoring systems.
• Working knowledge in Linux environment with some scripting skills (python, Ansible) is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work as a team and independently.