Network Engineer

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure high availability and uptime of the enterprise network infrastructure. Regularly validate, update, and enforce security standards across deployed network systems. Continuously monitor network performance and promptly address any anomalies or issues. Diagnose and resolve network connectivity, security breaches, and performance bottlenecks. Implement robust security protocols to mitigate unauthorized access and network threats. Manage and maintain firewalls, VPNs, and Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS). Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of network configurations and all changes made. Create and update network diagrams and documentation to support troubleshooting and audits. Collaborate effectively with internal IT teams, external vendors, and key stakeholders to ensure smooth and secure network operations. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS & CERTIFICATIONS Education : Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, or Engineering in Computer Science, Electronics, or related fields. Experience : 12 years of relevant experience in network administration or support. Certifications : Mandatory : CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) Preferred : CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) TECHNICAL SKILLS Strong understanding of the OSI model and IPv4 networking concepts Foundational knowledge of VLANs and port security Basic to intermediate understanding of firewall technologies including NAT, ACLs, routing policies, and VPNs Familiarity with Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking concepts Working knowledge of network protocols and services such as DHCP, DNS, SNMP, and Syslog Experience in basic switch and router configuration Understanding of Spanning Tree Protocol Knowledge of dynamic routing protocols (basic level), particularly OSPF SOFT SKILLS Strong logical reasoning and analytical skills Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment Attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem-solving OTHER SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES Perform daily network health checks and scheduled tasks Analyze network offenses and escalate incidents as needed Correlate security event logs with datacenter and application logs to identify potential threats Maintain and follow incident response procedures for timely resolution and documentation