Network Engineer SD WAN Ops

Jobgether; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work in India (Pune, Gurugram)

Full-time employment

Professional development

Technical growth

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Jobgether seeks an experienced Network Operations professional to manage and monitor enterprise networking, security infrastructure, and SD-WAN deployments. The role covers Cisco Meraki devices, Fortinet and Palo Alto firewalls, and advanced load balancer management with F5 and NetScaler.

You will troubleshoot complex incidents, collaborate across teams, and contribute to continuous improvement of network services. A senior, hands-on expert profile is expected.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in enterprise networking and security infrastructure.
• Experience across core, edge, production, wireless, and data center environments.
• Hands-on firewall configuration and troubleshooting for Cisco, Fortinet, and Palo Alto.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco SD-WAN and Meraki products.
• Experience with F5 and NetScaler load balancers.
• Routing and switching management in large enterprise networks.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong documentation and communication with stakeholders.
• Willingness to work in shifts.
• CCNP, CISSP or equivalent certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor enterprise network infrastructure.
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco, Fortinet, and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Deploy and optimize Cisco SD-WAN and Meraki networking products.
• Administer F5 and NetScaler load balancers.
• Maintain routes and switches across data centers and campuses.
• Provide Level 3 technical support for complex incidents.
• Participate in network design, testing, documentation, and improvements.
• Coordinate with internal teams and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate configuration records and QA documentation.

Skills

Enterprise networking

Networking troubleshooting

Documentation

Stakeholder coordination

Independent work

Shift readiness

Quality control

Education

15 years of full-time education

Tools

Cisco

Fortinet

Palo Alto

Cisco Meraki

F5

NetScaler

Routers & Switches

Job description

Accountabilities

• Network Operations and Infrastructure Management: Manage, monitor, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, including firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers, wireless access points, and SD-WAN solutions.
• Firewall Administration and Security: Configure, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco, Fortinet, and Palo Alto firewalls to ensure network security, availability, and operational stability.
• SD-WAN and Network Management: Deploy, administer, and optimize Cisco SD-WAN solutions and Cisco Meraki routers, switches, and access points to support reliable and efficient network connectivity.
• Load Balancer Administration: Manage and optimize F5 and NetScaler load balancers, ensuring high availability, traffic distribution, and application performance.
• Routing, Switching, and Data Center Operations: Maintain and troubleshoot Cisco routers and switches across core, edge, production, wireless, and data center environments. Contribute to the design and deployment of network solutions.
• Advanced Troubleshooting and Incident Resolution: Provide Level 3 technical support for complex network incidents, identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and coordinate with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and external vendors when necessary.
• Network Implementation and Continuous Improvement: Participate in network design, implementation, testing, documentation, and ongoing service optimization to improve reliability and operational efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with internal technical teams and relevant stakeholders to ensure seamless network integration and service delivery.
• Documentation and Quality Assurance: Maintain accurate records of network configurations, incidents, troubleshooting activities, and resolutions while following established quality control standards and inspection procedures.

Requirements

• Professional Experience: At least 8–10 years of relevant experience managing, supporting, and troubleshooting enterprise networking and security infrastructure.
• Enterprise Networking Expertise: Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, architectures, and security principles, with experience across core, edge, production, wireless, and data center environments.
• Firewall Technologies: Hands-on expertise in configuring, monitoring, administering, and troubleshooting Cisco, Fortinet, and Palo Alto firewalls.
• SD-WAN and Cisco Meraki: Strong working knowledge of Cisco SD-WAN solutions and Cisco Meraki networking products, including routers, switches, and wireless access points.
• Load Balancing: Practical experience administering and optimizing F5 and NetScaler load balancers.
• Routing and Switching: Demonstrated ability to manage and troubleshoot Cisco routers and switches in complex enterprise environments.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate complex incidents, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Communication and Documentation: Strong written and verbal communication skills, effective stakeholder coordination, and the ability to maintain clear and accurate technical documentation.
• Operational Excellence: Familiarity with quality control practices, inspection methodologies, and process improvement within network operations.
• Education: Completion of 15 years of full-time education is mandatory.
• Preferred Certifications: CCNP, CISSP, or equivalent industry-recognized certifications are an advantage.
• Work Style: Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, remain effective under pressure, and collaborate with geographically distributed teams.
• Availability: Willingness and ability to work in shifts as required by operational needs.

Benefits

• Remote Work: Remote working arrangement within India, with locations listed in Pune and Gurugram.
• Full-Time Employment: Opportunity to contribute to enterprise networking operations in a structured, technology-driven environment.
• Professional Development: Exposure to enterprise-scale networking infrastructure, security technologies, SD-WAN deployments, and data center environments.
• Technical Growth: Opportunities to deepen expertise in Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, F5, NetScaler, and Cisco Meraki technologies.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with cross-functional teams on network implementation, advanced troubleshooting, and continuous service improvement.
• Compensation: Salary details have not been specified in the provided job description.
• Additional Benefits: Healthcare coverage, paid leave, bonuses, and other employment benefits have not been specified and should be confirmed during the recruitment process.