Network & Firewall Engineer

3 - 5 years

5 - 6 Lacs

Posted:1 day ago| Platform: Naukri logo

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Job Description

Role & responsibilities

1. Network Infrastructure Management

  • Monitor, maintain, and optimize LAN/WAN connectivity across all office locations.
  • Perform regular network health checks and proactively resolve performance and connectivity issues.

2. Security & Network Segmentation

  • Design, implement, and manage VLAN-based network segregation to ensure departmental isolation and enhanced security.
  • Configure, manage, and optimize Fortinet Firewalls, including security policies, VPNs, and advanced threat protection features.

3. Remote Access & VPN Management

  • Ensure secure, reliable, and high-availability VPN configurations to support remote and hybrid workforce productivity.

4. Wireless Network Optimization

  • Deploy, standardize, and maintain corporate Wi-Fi infrastructure across all locations to ensure consistent coverage, performance, and security.

5. Incident Management & Alerting

  • Implement real-time incident alerting mechanisms (email and system notifications) to minimize response time and operational impact.

6. SD-WAN Deployment & Support

  • Support, troubleshoot, and assist in the end-to-end deployment of SD-WAN solutions for optimized bandwidth utilization and cost efficiency.

7. Reporting & Network Visibility

  • Develop and maintain centralized dashboards and reports providing insights into network health, performance, utilization, and security threats.

8. Physical Layer Integrity

  • Perform structured cabling inspections and cable testing to identify and resolve physical layer connectivity issues.

9. Benchmarking & Standardization

  • Evaluate existing network features and configurations against industry best practices and standards to drive continuous improvement and standardization.

10. Cross-Team Collaboration

  • Coordinate with internal backend teams and external partners to provide escalated support for BAU operations and project-based initiatives.

Preferred candidate profile

  • 35 years

    in network administration.
  • Hands-on experience with

    Fortinet Firewall

    ,

    SD-WAN

    , VLAN, and VPN setups.
  • Strong knowledge of

    LAN/WAN

    , routing, switching, and wireless technologies.
  • Familiarity with

    network monitoring tools

    and alert systems.
  • Ability to implement

    industry-standard configurations

    and security best practices.

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