Network Security Engineer (1 Year Contract)

Job OverviewYou will be deployed to our client who is a leading government technology agency driving digital transformation and innovation in the healthcare sector. You'll be responsible for supporting the deployment and operations of network security infrastructure. You will assist with the installation, monitoring, troubleshooting and testing of network systems and solutions. You will also monitor and configure network components to ensure security, and resolves network incidents. Ensure that network activities are documented appropriately and in compliance with the required procedures and standards. Familiar with core networking technologies and trends, network standards and network routing protocols. You may be required to work on a rotational on-call or shift basis. A motivated team player and is driven by results, possessing strong analytical skills and works well in a fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesConfigure & Administer Networks:Update network diagrams and documentation for design and planning of network communication systemsDetermine impact of network requirements on existing architecture, work processes and systemsParticipate in technical design reviews of applicable solutionsOptimise Network Utilisation & Performance:Consolidate network data based on key parameters or metricsAssist in the development of capacity planning models, load-balance and/or redundancy solutionsAdminister tuning of firewall rules for optimisationReview facility bandwidth requirements and system inter-dependenciesDocument network security activities in accordance with organisational policiesMonitor network activity and log technical issuesMaintain awareness of emerging software and/or hardware solutionsSupport Network Security Operations:Conduct regular maintenance, patches and upgrades to the networkPrepare technical specifications and documents to procure network equipmentPerform routine backups and administer disaster recovery protocolsAssist in the development of disaster recovery plansManage Network Security:Monitor indicators of compromise or breach in network securityTrack and document network security incidentsConfigure network security across software and/or hardware componentsCoordinate and configure network access and controlsResolve Network Incidents:Classify and prioritise network incidents for troubleshootingDocument network incidents and resolution methodsTroubleshoot, diagnose and resolve network issuesRequirementsBachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.Must be CCNP certified; CCIE certification is highly advantageous.Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience managing and optimizing large enterprise networks. Requires deep expertise in configuration, troubleshooting, and capacity planning across major security and infrastructure platforms, including Palo Alto, Cisco, and Check Point.Deep hands-on technical proficiency with Firewalls and Proxy configurations, implementation, and support.Expertise in designing, monitoring, and network & incident management (LAN, WAN, VPN).Experiences in switches, load balancers, routers, and ISE are preferable.Experience with automation scripting is beneficial, particularly using tools like Python and Ansible.Must be comfortable with night activities/ weekends / shift work, when requiredIf you are interested in this role and would like to discuss the opportunity further please click apply now or email Chew Kai-Xinn at kaixinnchew@morganmckinley.com for more information.Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to, therefore if you do not receive a reply within 14 days please accept this as notification that you have not been shortlisted.Morgan McKinley Talent SolutionsMorgan McKinley Pte Ltd EA Licence No: 11C5502EAP Registration No: R2196712EAP Name: Chew Kai-Xinn