Senior Network Engineer

Coretek Services, a premier consulting and managed solutions provider, is looking for a highly skilled Network Engineer to join our exciting team. We pride ourselves on delivering cutting-edge networking solutions with a focus on cloud, virtualization, and security. Our success stems from our Core Values of Attitude, Integrity, and Relationships, which guide our operations and shape our company culture.

As a Senior Network Engineer one must be highly skilled technical expert responsible for implementing, managing, and troubleshooting complex network environments. They act as a bridge between strategic oversight and hands-on execution.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years in enterprise or MSP environments.
• Cisco CCNP, Juniper JNCIP, or equivalent certification (required).
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash) for network automation.
• Experience with multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implementation and Management:
• • Deploy and manage network infrastructure components (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers).
  • Configure and optimize network services, including VPNs, QoS, and SD-WAN solutions.
  • Implement network automation using tools like Ansible, Python, or Cisco DNA Center.
• Troubleshooting and Support:
• • Handle escalated support tickets, diagnosing and resolving complex network issues.
  • Perform in-depth packet analysis using tools like Wireshark or SolarWinds.
  • Collaborate with L1/L2 teams to resolve issues and provide knowledge transfer.
• Optimization:
• • Conduct performance and security optimization reviews for client network environments.
  • Implement monitoring and alerting solutions using tools like Cisco Secure Network Analytics, Zabbix, or PRTG.
• Documentation and Training:
• • Create detailed technical documentation, network diagrams, and runbooks.
  • Train L1/L2 teams on network best practices and troubleshooting techniques.
• Security and Compliance:
• • Implement security controls, such as ACLs, IPS/IDS, and zero-trust policies.
  • Support audits and compliance checks for client network environments.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Resolution time for support tickets (target: 95% within SLA).
• Number of successful network deployments or optimizations completed per quarter.
Client feedback on technical delivery (target:
• 85% satisfaction).
• Contributions to team knowledge base (e.g., documentation, training sessions).