We are looking for a Network Engineer to design, implement, maintain, and support our growing network infrastructure. You will be part of a systems engineering team that is responsible for designing and developing scalable, maintainable, highly available network architectures that meet business objectives and SLAs.

Responsibilities:

- Analyse and resolve network hardware and software connectivity issues.

- Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Wireless access points and controllers. - Perform network infrastructure remote monitoring and management using SolarWinds network monitoring tool.

- Respond to incoming tickets, troubleshoot, and escalate, if necessary.

- Network trends analysis for capacity planning and proactive fault finding.

- Root cause analysis of network syslog and documentation.

- Work with TAC as and when required

- Good Knowledge and hand-on with Network administration

- Good Hands-on wireless technology with experience on Extreme & Cisco

- Should have extensive knowledge of switching/Routing

- Performance tuning and Bandwidth monitoring

- Maintain and support services/hardware’s under network team responsibility.

- Contribute to documentation, review standards and operational procedures

- Troubleshooting the issues on different network platforms LAN, Wireless

- Provide RCA of the major incidents/problems

- Candidate should be flexible to work in 24*7 rotational shift

-- Cisco ISE design, implement and operate.

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Qualifications Required:

· Strong Knowledge in Network administration processes and concepts.

· Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field

· The following certifications are a plus: CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, ITIL V3 or ITIL V4

· Technology SDLAN (CISCO SDA) , CISCO DNAC, CISCO ISE, BIG IP , DDI and SDWAN – CISCO

· Experience and troubleshooting in routing (OSPF / BGP routing protocols), VPN and Wireless Highly experienced with Wired/wireless networking and network security

· Knowledge of Tools like LogicMonitor, Solarwinds, Thousand eyes, CISCO Spaces

· Good Knowledge of Security Technologies.

· Degree/Degree in IT / Computer Science / related discipline.

· Certifications: CCNP

Desired:

· Should have a knowledge of Wireless Networking

· Running regular checks on network and data security.

· Should have knowledge on 802.1x flow , Guest Wireless , TACACs

· Should have hands on experience on WLCs and WAPs and must possess good troubleshooting skills.

· Should be aware of NAC solution flow

· Should have hands on experience on following WLCs: RFS 4000 WLC, V2110 WLC, NX9600 , 7500 5500 , VX 9000 series

· Should have hands on experience on following WAPs : AP302W , AP360i/e , AP460C, AP 500 , 310 series

· WLAN's architecture, design, and layout, including protocols and standards used, as well as configuration.

· Knowledge and experience in Industrial Ethernet platforms- Cisco. Siemens Scalance.

· Network Automation and APIs

· Routing and Switching skills.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Team Collaboration and Leadership:

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior network engineers.

· Participate in architecture review boards and provide expertise and recommendations on network-related projects.

· Stay updated on industry trends, certifications, and best practices to enhance professional knowledge and expertise.

Network Design and Architecture:

· Assess the organization's network infrastructure and identify areas for improvement or optimization.

· Design, develop, and document network architecture blueprints, including high-level and low-level network designs.

· Define network standards, protocols, and guidelines to ensure consistency and scalability.

· Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to incorporate innovative solutions into network designs.

· Change Develop Project Plan to Develop Activity and Task list for Project Work Breakdown Structure(WBS)

Network Performance and Optimization:

· Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and propose optimizations to improve efficiency and reliability.

· Conduct network capacity planning and scalability assessments to accommodate future growth and expansion.

· Optimize network configurations, protocols, and QoS (Quality of Service) settings for optimal performance.

· Perform periodic audits and assessments of network infrastructure to ensure adherence to design standards and best practices.

Vendor Management and Collaboration:

· Collaborate with vendors and third-party providers to evaluate and select appropriate network solutions.

· Manage relationships with vendors, negotiate contracts, and ensure adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).

· Provide technical guidance and support during the procurement process for network equipment and services.

Documentation and Reporting:

· Create detailed network design documents, including diagrams, configurations, and operational procedures.

· Develop project plans, timelines, and cost estimates for network implementation projects.

· Prepare and deliver technical presentations and reports to stakeholders, including management and technical teams.