Systems Engineer (Network)

Jardine Cycle & Carriage Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cycle & Carriage (C&C) in Singapore is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead delivery of complex network projects and provide BAU support. You will design, implement and secure LAN/WAN, SD-WAN and data centre connectivity while coordinating with product, security and cloud teams.

The role requires hands-on experience with Fortinet, Aruba, Cisco and Ruckus equipment, plus vendor management and cloud networking know-how. A formal degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.
• At least 6 years of hands-on experience as a Network Engineer in a medium to large enterprise with multiple sites.
• Proven track record of end-to-end network projects from requirements to handover.
• Experience managing vendors and ensuring SLAs are met.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of network projects including site openings, WAN/SD-WAN, wireless upgrades and firewalls.
• Define scope, requirements, implementation, rollback and test criteria.
• Perform hands-on installation, configuration, migration and cutover, including after-hours work.
• Maintain network architecture across LAN/WAN/SD-WAN, data centre and cloud connectivity.
• Produce designs, diagrams, IP schemes and routing standards; keep runbooks current.
• Provide 2nd/3rd level support and manage changes through the change process.

Skills

Networking protocols

SD-WAN

Firewall & VPN

Vendor management

Cloud networking

Network design

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering/CS/IT

Tools

SolarWinds

Fortinet FortiGate

Aruba switches

Cisco routers/switches

Ruckus wireless

HPE/network equipment

Job description

Joining C&C is a distinctive opportunity to develop your career within a successful organization where everyone respects each other and enjoys working together. We recognize your performance in both tangible and intangible ways, by providing you development opportunities and making you feel respected.

Key responsibilities

1. Network projects, BAU network enhancements and design

• Lead the technical delivery of network projects such as site openings and relocations, hardware refresh, WAN/SD-WAN migration, wireless upgrades and firewall consolidation.
• Define scope, technical requirements, implementation plans, rollback plans and test criteria.
• Execute hands-on installation, configuration, migration and cutover, including out-of-hours change windows.
• Responsible for network architecture across LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless, data centre, remote access and cloud connectivity
• Produce high-level and low-level designs (HLD/LLD), network diagrams, IP addressing and VLAN schemes, and routing and segmentation standards.
• Partner with Product, Application, Security and Cloud teams to design network solutions for new services and keep designs current as changes land.
• Identify and deliver continuous improvements to network resilience, performance, security.
• Plan and execute firmware and software upgrades, patching and configuration standardisation.
• Strengthen redundancy, failover and backup of network configurations, and test periodically.
• Automate repetitive tasks such as config backups, compliance checks and reporting.

2. BAU support and operations

• Provide 2nd and 3rd level support for network incidents and service requests, and own escalated issues through to resolution.
• Proactively monitor network health, availability and capacity using tools such as SolarWinds, and act on alerts before they affect users.
• Perform root cause analysis and drive problem management to prevent recurrence.
• Raise and execute changes through the change management process
• Participate in an on-call roster and support after-hours maintenance as required.
• Maintain agreed service levels for network availability and performance.

3. Security and compliance

• Implement and maintain network security controls including firewall policies, segmentation, NAC, VPN and secure remote access.
• Keep network devices hardened, patched and compliant with security baselines, and remediate vulnerabilities within agreed timelines.
• Support internal and external audits, and follow through remediation actions
• Ensure IT operations, communications, service and security policies and processes are followed.
• Prepare technical requirements, RFP inputs, assess proposals, and support contract discussions
• Manage network vendors from requirements and evaluation through to delivery.
• Track vendor SLA performance, run regular service reviews, and manage maintenance contracts, licenses and hardware lifecycle and renewals.
• Keep network diagrams, configurations, asset records, standard operating procedures and runbooks accurate and current.

Job Requirements

Requirements

Education and experience

• Degree or Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.
• At least 6 years of hands-on experience as a Network Engineer, ideally in a medium to large enterprise with multiple sites.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering network projects end to end, from requirements and design through to cutover and handover.
• Experience managing vendors including verifying deliverables and holding them to SLAs.

Technical skills

• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols and technologies: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, STP, VPN (IPsec/SSL), MPLS, BGP, OSPF, QoS and SD-WAN.
• Hands-on configuration and troubleshooting of enterprise network equipment from vendors such as Fortinet, Aruba, HPE, Cisco and Ruckus.
• Strong experience with firewalls (FortiGate), including policy design, NAT, VPN and availability.
• Enterprise wireless design and deployment, including site surveys, RF planning and controller-based or cloud-managed WLAN.
• Network monitoring and troubleshooting tools such as SolarWinds
• Solid understanding of network security principles, hardening, segmentation and cyber hygiene.
• Working knowledge of cloud networking in AWS and/or Azure (VPC/VNet, transit gateways, site-to-site VPN, Direct Connect/ExpressRoute).
• Exposure to multi-cloud networking and hybrid connectivity.
• Experience with NAC (e.g. Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass, FortiNAC) and zero-trust or SASE solutions.
• CCNA or CCNP (Enterprise or Security) preferred
• Vendor certifications such as Fortinet NSE or Aruba ACMP are an advantage e.

Personal attributes

• Self-driven individual contributor who takes ownership without close supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a calm, methodical approach under pressure.
• Clear communicator and Confident in managing vendors
• Able to balance project deadlines with BAU priorities and switch between them effectively.
• Continuous learner who keeps up with network and security technology trends .

About the Company

Cycle & Carriage (C&C) is one of Singapore's leading automotive groups. Established in 1899, we have grown from our beginnings as a trader in nutmegs and other sundries to a business that distributes, retails and provides aftersales services for passenger and commercial vehicles. Today, our portfolio in Singapore includes Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi, Kia, Citroën, Maxus, ORA, smart, Gogoro, PEUGEOT and Leapmotor, as well as our used-car business, Republic Auto. We also represent Zhongtong buses and SITRAK.

At C&C, it is more than the recognition we have earned over the years. "Exceptional Journeys" reflects what we strive to create for our customers, our people and the brands we represent. We bring together strong teams, technical expertise and a commitment to service to create experiences that go beyond expectations. Whether it is a customer we serve, an employee we support or a brand we represent, we aim to help create exceptional journeys at every touchpoint.

We believe our people are at the heart of our business. We strive to create a workplace where