Network Engineer

ST Engineering is a global technology, defence and engineering group with a diverse portfolio of businesses across the aerospace, smart city, defence and public security segments. The Group harnesses technology and innovation to solve real-world problems, enabling a more secure and sustainable world. Headquartered in Singapore, we employ about 25,000 people across our network of subsidiaries and associated companies in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the U.S., serving customers in more than 100 countries. We rank among the largest companies listed on the Singapore Exchange and are a component stock of the FTSE Straits Times Index, Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index, iEdge SG ESG Transparency Index and iEdge SG ESG Leaders Index.

Introduction to URS Business Area

We prepare cities for a smarter future, creating connected, resilient and sustainable cities. We have helped to make cities around the world a better place to live in, delivering urban efficiencies while keeping them safe and secure.

Our technologies address the connectivity, mobility, security, infrastructure and environmental needs of cities and provide IoT solutions for lighting, water and waste management.

Backed by a track record of 700 smart city projects in over 130 cities worldwide, we are well-equipped to help global cities address challenges from road congestion to physical and cybersecurity threats, as well as energy inefficiency and utility wastage.

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Job Summary:

You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing support of network infrastructure based on project tender requirement, ensuring the availability, performance, and security of network systems. You will work closely with project teams to troubleshoot and resolve networking issues, implement network improvements, and help optimize the network environment to deliver projects successfully. The role requires hands-on experience with network hardware, software, and protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

Network Design & Implementation:

• Design, configure, and deploy network infrastructure solutions, VNET, including LAN/WAN, wireless, VPN, etc.
• Plan and implement network appliances upgrades and new installations based on company needs and industry best practices.

Network Monitoring & Troubleshooting:

• Continuously monitor the network to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Diagnose and resolve network issues, including connectivity, performance, and security problems.
• Perform proactive network health checks and capacity planning.

Security Management:

• Implement and maintain network security protocols, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation.
• Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to safeguard network infrastructure against external and internal threats.
• Integrate network security management such as AD, MFA authenticator, Clearpass, ESXi, PMP, PIM, PAM, ELA, SIEM, SEM, SEP, SCOM, etc. Familiar with products such as F5, CyberArk, CypherTrust, ManageEngine, SolarWinds, Symantec, CyberNet, etc.
• Apply patching and firmware upgrade if required.

Network Performance & Optimization:

• Analyze network traffic and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Optimize network infrastructure to meet the growing needs of the business.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain detailed documentation of network architecture, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Generate regular reports on network performance, incidents, and infrastructure status for management review.
• Solutions of backup and restore network appliances configurations for quick network recovery.
• Work closely with internal teams, including technical manager, system engineer, cyber specialist, and development teams, to support network requirements for various projects.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior network team members as needed.
• Liaise with network hardware/software vendors for support, maintenance, and procurement of network equipment and services.
• Ensure timely and cost-effective resolution of network-related issues with third-party service providers.

Required Qualifications:

Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience in network infrastructure design, implementation, and administration.
• Experience with enterprise-level networking equipment, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancer, and wireless access points.
• Solid experience with networking protocols and technologies such as TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs, MPLS, and QoS.
• Certifications (Preferred, but not required):
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or higher (CCNP, CCIE).
• CompTIA Network+.
• Any other relevant network certifications.

Skills:

• Proficiency in network troubleshooting tools and techniques (Wireshark, PingPlotter, etc.).
• Familiarity with network monitoring and management platforms (SolarWinds, PRTG, etc.).
• Knowledge of network security best practices and tools.
• Strong understanding of cloud networking (e.g., AWS, Azure networking) and hybrid network environments.
• Experience with SD-WAN and/or VPN technologies.
• Ability to write scripts or use automation tools for network management is a plus (e.g., Python, Ansible).

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with data center operations and virtualized networking (VMware NSX, Hyper-V networking, ESXi, etc.).
• Experience with cloud services integration (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and network design for hybrid/cloud environments.
• Familiarity with ITIL frameworks or other network service management models.

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology

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