Network Engineer

Job Description

Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to join our team at Algoquant Fintech Limited. As a vital member of our IT infrastructure team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the network security infrastructure critical to our high-frequency trading operations. Responsibilities Network Architecture Design: Design and implement secure, scalable, and high-performance network architectures to support high-frequency trading activities. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Ensure network designs meet industry best practices and compliance standards. Firewall Management Configure, deploy, and maintain firewall policies and rulesets to protect the network perimeter from unauthorized access and cyber threats. Monitor firewall logs and alerts for suspicious activities and security incidents. Conduct regular firewall audits and implement necessary changes to enhance security posture. Switch Configuration Configure and manage layer 2 and layer 3 switches to optimise network performance and reliability. Implement VLANs, trunking, and spanning tree protocols to segment and secure network traffic. Troubleshoot switch-related issues and collaborate with vendors for resolution. Routing Protocols Configure and manage dynamic routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP to ensure efficient routing of traffic across the network. Optimise routing tables and route summation to minimise network overhead and latency. Monitor routing protocol status and performance metrics for proactive network maintenance. Fortigate Firewall Appliances Deploy and configure Fortigate firewall appliances to provide advanced threat protection and intrusion prevention. Manage FortiGate features such as VPN, NAT, IPS, and SSL inspection to secure network communications. Stay updated with Fortinet's latest technologies and security advisories to mitigate emerging threats. Network Monitoring And Performance Optimisation Implement network monitoring tools to monitor network traffic, bandwidth utilisation, and performance metrics. Identify performance bottlenecks and implement optimisations to ensure low-latency trading operations. Collaborate with other IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues impacting trading activities. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. 2+ years of experience in network security engineering roles, preferably in the financial industry or HFT firms. In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and best practices. Hands-on experience with firewall management, switch configuration, and routing protocols. Proficiency in Fortigate firewall appliances and security features. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Show more Show less