Senior Associate Infrastructure Engineering and Operations Engineer

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The Senior Associate Network Engineer is a developing subject matter expert, responsible for leveraging their networking skills and experience to support, design, and optimize company network infrastructure.

This role works closely with network engineers, architects, and cross-functional teams to ensure the stability, security, and performance of the network environment.

The Senior Associate Network Engineer represents a progression from an Associate Network Engineer, requiring a higher level of expertise and responsibilities.

Key responsibilities:

• Collaborates with senior network engineers to design, implement, and optimize network solutions, including LAN, WAN, and data center networks.
• Contributes to network architecture discussions and provide technical input.
• Supports with configuration and management of network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless access points.
• Supports with diagnosing and resolving network issues, utilizing advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
• Analyzes network traffic patterns to identify performance bottlenecks and recommends improvements.
• Supports with implementing and maintaining network security measures, including firewall rules, access controls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Utilizes network monitoring tools to proactively monitor network performance, analyze trends, and take corrective actions to optimize network efficiency and reliability.
• Creates and maintains comprehensive network documentation, including detailed network diagrams, configurations, procedures, and incident reports.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including systems administrators, security teams, and application developers, to ensure seamless integration of network solutions.
• Contributes to network-related projects, migrations, upgrades, and expansions.
• Follows project plans, meets deadlines, and provides technical expertise to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Stays updated with emerging networking technologies, trends, and industry best practices.
• Pursues relevant certifications and training to enhance networking skills.
• Performs any other related task as required.

To thrive in this role, you need to have:

• Understanding of networking concepts, protocols, architectures, and services.
• Developing proficiency in configuring and managing network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Developing knowledge of network protocols and technologies such as BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VPNs, QoS, and security protocols.
• Experience with network monitoring and analysis tools.
• Strong documentation and communication skills to convey technical information effectively.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve network issues using analytical problem-solving skills.
• Project participation experience, including adherence to project timelines and deliverables.
• Familiarity with network security principles and best practices.
• Developing proficiency in using network administration and configuration tools.

Academic qualifications and certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Network Administration certification (Azure, Google, Amazon) preferred.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or Juniper Networks Certified Associate (JNCIA) are beneficial.
• Relevant certifications such as Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE), Juniper Networks Certified Internet Expert (JNCIE), or equivalent certifications are preferred.

Required experience:

• Moderate level experience in networking, including previous experience as an Associate Network Engineer or similar role.
• Moderate level experience working in a networking environment.
• Moderate level experience with network security.
• Moderate level WAN and LAN experience.
• Moderate level experience in wireless equipment, protocols, standards, and wireless LAN design.
• Moderate experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, etc.) is a plus.

Workplace type:

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

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