Description

Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Cisco Routing & Switching, Viptela/Fortinet SD-WAN, Fortinet/FortiGate, Cisco & Fortinet wireless technologies, Firewalls (Cisco ASA/FortiGate/Palo Alto), Azure Virtual Networking, and troubleshooting. The role involves implementing and maintaining our network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, and deploy comprehensive enterprise-grade Cisco routing/switching, SD-WAN (Viptela/Fortinet), and wireless solutions.
• Administer and manage secure network connections in Microsoft Azure, including VNet peering, VPN gateways, and ExpressRoute.
• Expert-level administration of Fortinet FortiGate, Cisco ASA/Firepower, and Palo Alto firewalls, including policy management, NAT, and threat prevention.
• Manage and troubleshoot Cisco/Meraki and Fortinet network devices, including routers, switches, and wireless access points.
• Act as the top-tier escalation point for complex network outages, utilizing tools like Wireshark and NetFlow to resolve BGP/OSPF/VPN issues.
• Monitor network performance, capacity planning, and ensure compliance with security standards (e.g., PCI, HIPAA).
• Oversee WAN and LAN infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity and performance.
• Implement and support wireless network solutions, ensuring robust and secure wireless access.
• Perform network troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network-related projects and initiatives.
• Monitor network performance and security, implementing improvements as needed.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of up-to-date network diagrams, network configurations, inventory (IPAM), processes, and procedures.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure the network infrastructure remains cutting-edge.

Highly proficient in English spoken and written skills

Required Skills:

• 12+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering.
• Deep knowledge of Cisco & Fortinet/FortiGate hardware and protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS).
• Extensive experience with Viptela or Fortinet SD-WAN and Cisco/Fortinet wireless architectures.
• Proficient in Fortinet (NSE 4-8), Palo Alto (PCNSE), and Cisco ASA/Firepower, including VPN technologies.
• Proven experience in Microsoft Azure Virtual Networking.
• Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills for stakeholder collaboration.
• Relevant certifications: CCNP(Cisco), NSE 4-8 (Fortinet)
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) or automation (Python, Ansible)

Key Skills

Education

Any Graduate