Network Engineer

Network Engineer About the role The candidate will be responsible for documenting network infrastructure, implementing network upgrades and managing operational performance in the various locations where operates. Responsibilities • Responsible for the documentation, configuration, maintenance and reliable operation of network infrastructure • Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS) • Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and security configurations to ensure security compliance • Provide documentation on network design, implementation and upgrades • Perform patching, scanning and remediation of network vulnerabilities • Perform and accomplish Project Related Tasks • Develop reports on performance and availability of infrastructure systems by review of service uptime, utilization and throughput • Perform capacity planning and trending to ensure sufficient current and future network resource utilization. • Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure • Select and implement security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with the company’s security team • Liaise with vendors and support team on the implementation and problem resolution • Flexibility to work beyond working hours depending on criticality of network related issues. Job Requirements • Graduate of any course, preferably IT-related courses (ECE, Computer Engineering, IT) or relevant qualifications. • Minimum 5 to 10 years of related work experience in a network engineering, design and support role • CCNP or higher (CCIE and/or CISSP highly valued) is preferred • Strong technical competencies in managing routers, switches, firewalls, VPN appliance, Web proxy, load balancers, IP Telephony etc • Expert in networking protocols such as IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS • Excellent understanding of the OSI and/or TCP/IP model • With experience on Aruba and Fortinet devices • Experience in crafting network design • With experience on network security and vulnerabilities • Good analytical skills, resourceful, and able to work under minimum supervision • Eager to learn new skills / technology and keep abreast with industry trends and best practices • Ability to articulate, possess strong written, documentation and effective communication skills in English • Strong sense of ownership for one’s work and takes opportunity to contribute beyond the job description • Proactive, flexibility and adoptability to changing work environments, task assignments and prioritie