Network engineer

The Key Skills Required.

• Hands-on experience in networking, routing, and switching technologies of 5 years and above.
• In-depth understanding of networking protocols such as IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, RIPV2, 802.11, QoS), etc.
• Solid understanding of the OSI or TCP/IP model.
• Network Planning, Design and Implementation experience in HLD and LLD
• Throughout knowledge of IPv4/v6 migration techniques, policy languages
• Solid understanding of routing and switching products and technologies
• Experience with firewalls, internet VPNs, SDWAN, remote implementation, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.

in reverse engineering and problem solving

• Strong overall understanding of the technologies and platforms specific to a large cable and telecommunications operator.
• CCNA or CCNP certifications is a plus. Knowledge of ITIL and ITSM processes, like, SLA, Change/Release Management.

in using ticketing tools such as service now, remedy will be an added advantage.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Should possess very good knowledge in the areas of:

• establish the networking environment by designing system configuration, directing system installation and defining, documenting and enforcing system standards
• design and implement new solutions and improve resilience of the current environment
• maximize network performance by monitoring performance, troubleshooting network problems and outages, scheduling upgrades and collaborating with network architects on network optimization
• undertake data network fault investigations in local and wide area environments using information from multiple sources
• secure network systems by establishing and enforcing policies, and defining and monitoring access
• support and administer firewall environments in line with IT security policy
• report network operational status by gathering and prioritizing information and managing projects
• upgrade data network equipment to the latest stable firmware releases
• configure routing and switching equipment, hosted IP voice services and firewalls
• provide remote support to on-site engineers and end users/customers during installation
• provide remote troubleshooting and fault finding if issues occur upon initial installation
• undertake capacity management and audit of IP addressing and hosted devices within data centers
• liaise with project management teams, third-line engineers and service desk engineers on a regular basis
• speak to customers via email and phone for initial requirement capture.
• Excellent troubleshooting problem solving and organizational skills
• Media Capacity Policy management & basic health checkup needs to be managed
• Monitor and resolve alerts
• Monitor system security