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We are seeking a skilled and experienced Network Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and maintain secure, high-performance network infrastructures using industry-leading technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network reliability, security, and scalability while automating processes to improve efficiency. Key Responsibilities: - Design, configure, and troubleshoot network systems using Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, and Fortinet devices. - Implement and maintain firewalls, routers, switches, and other network hardware. - Develop and deploy automation scripts using Python and Ansible to streamline network operations. - Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to ensure high availability and scalability. - Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python and Ansible to streamline network configuration and management tasks. - Collaborate with security teams to enforce policies and maintain compliance with industry standards. - Document network designs, configurations, and processes for operational support and knowledge sharing. - Stay up-to-date with emerging networking technologies and best practices to recommend improvements. - Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support as needed. Requirements: - Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). - 3+ years of experience in network engineering, preferably in an industrial or OT environment. - Proficiency in Python programming for network automation and scripting. - Strong experience with Ansible for configuration management and deployment. - In-depth understanding of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, VLANs). - Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. - Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment. - Strong understanding of routing protocols (e.g., BGP, EIGRP). - Strong understanding of switching technologies (e.g., VLANs, STP, HSRP). - Strong understanding of routing protocols (e.g., VPNs, IPsec, NAT, ACLs). - Experience with SCADA systems and ICS cybersecurity. - Experience with cloud networking. - Familiarity with network monitoring tools. - Must be available for on-call support as needed. - The role may require occasional travel to various operational sites. Certifications: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher. CompTIA Network+. Additional certifications in OT security (e.g., GICSP, CISSP) are a plus.
