Lead Network Engineer

The Network Engineer plays a crucial role in the organization, reporting directly to the Network Manager. As a technical expert in networking engineering, you will be responsible for design and implementation of network changes. Your primary focus will be on ensuring defined standards, managing the technical lifecycle of products and services, and delivering change/transformation while ensuring a smooth transition to Network Operations. Key responsibilities include defining and documenting Network Engineering Standards, creating Low Level Design documents, developing Implementation Plans, managing Procurement activities, and ensuring the smooth Transition/Handover to Operations. Additionally, you will be responsible for Technical Lifecycle Management, supporting Architecture in creating a Delivery Roadmap, scoping activities for High Level Design, and undertaking Proof of Concept activities. With a minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in network solutions within a global enterprise scale organization, you will bring expertise in design engineering and building resilient network solutions. Knowledge of network principles, global financial services, regional compliance standards, risk and compliance concepts, automation, and orchestration is essential. Understanding Layer 2, Layer 3 & Layer 4-7 networks and various networking technologies is required. Technical expertise in Network Routing, Switching, Network Security, Cisco, Juniper Routers & Switches, Checkpoint, Cisco ASA Firewalls, and Cisco, Silver-Peak SD-WAN is necessary. Certification in CCNA, CCNA Security, CCNP Routing & Switching, Check Point CSSE, SD-WAN, and ITILv3 foundation or higher is mandatory. Desirable skills include knowledge of Public Cloud, Azure Sentinel, and certifications like CCIE Routing & Switching, CCIE Data Center. Personal attributes such as being highly organized, proactive under pressure, problem management skills, positive attitude, teamwork, integrity, and effective communication are crucial for success in this role. As a Network Engineer, you will collaborate with global teams, challenge the status quo, and uphold professional standards. Embracing the philosophy of treating customers fairly, adhering to the organization's policies and procedures, and working effectively as part of the IT community are integral to the role.,