Network Engineer

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Design, configure, and implement network infrastructure**including LAN, WAN, WLAN, and cloud-based networks to support the organization’s communication and data requirements.
- **Install and configure network hardware**such as routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless access points.
- **Monitor network performance**using tools like SolarWinds, PRTG, or Wireshark to identify issues, analyze traffic patterns, and optimize network performance.
- **Diagnose and resolve network issues**including latency, connectivity, configuration errors, and outages in a timely manner.
- **Maintain and troubleshoot firewalls and security appliances**to ensure secure access and prevent unauthorized intrusion or cyber threats.
- **Configure and manage VPNs and remote access**to support secure connectivity for remote employees and branch offices.
- **Manage IP addressing and subnetting**, DHCP, DNS configurations, and related network services to ensure efficient and secure communication.
- **Document network topologies, configurations, and changes**using diagrams and technical documentation for reference and audits.
- **Plan and implement network upgrades and migrations**to ensure the network remains up to date and scalable.
- **Respond to incidents and service requests**, providing technical support to internal teams and escalating issues as needed.
- **Ensure compliance with industry standards**(e.g., ISO, PCI-DSS) and internal IT policies and procedures.
- **Conduct network capacity planning and forecasting**to anticipate future needs and avoid performance bottlenecks.
- **Assist in disaster recovery planning and testing**to ensure network continuity during outages or emergencies.
- **Train and mentor junior staff**or provide guidance to cross-functional teams on network best practices.

**Requirements**:

- **Bachelor’s degree**in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- **3+ years of hands-on experience**as a Network Engineer, Network Administrator, or similar role
- **Strong understanding of networking protocols**and services, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, and MPLS
- **Experience configuring and managing enterprise-grade network hardware**, including switches, routers, and firewalls (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, Palo Alto, etc.)
- **Familiarity with network security best practices**, such as firewall configuration, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and access control
- **Hands-on experience with VPN technologies**, including IPsec, SSL VPN, and site-to-site VPN configurations
- **Proficient with network monitoring, diagnostic, and performance tools**, such as SolarWinds, Nagios, Wireshark, PRTG, or similar
- **Ability to design and implement scalable, redundant, and secure network infrastructure**
- **Working knowledge of cloud networking**(AWS VPC, Azure Virtual Network, Google Cloud Platform)
- **Understanding of SD-WAN, VoIP, QoS, and wireless technologies**
- **Experience with scripting or automation tools**(e.g., Python, Ansible, PowerShell) is a plus
- **Strong documentation skills**and experience with diagramming tools like Visio, Lucidchart, or Draw.io
- **Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills**
- **Strong communication and interpersonal skills**, with the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical stakeholders
- **Willingness to participate in on-call rotations**and respond to emergency network outages
- **Certifications preferred**:

- Cisco (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE)
- Juniper (JNCIA, JNCIP)
- CompTIA Network+ or Security+
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)

AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty