As a Lead Network Engineer, you should possess capability for managing and designing the network infrastructure, including but not limited to, installation, setup/configuration, troubleshooting, tuning, and maintenance of networking and related equipment as defined in the tender. should have technical expertise to design, manage deployment and maintenance of IT network infrastructure, including but not limited to, administration of appropriate access protection, audit control, system recovery methods and procedures, prevention of breaches, awareness training etc.

Position Description

We are looking for a creative, passionate and experienced leader of both people and technology for the position of Lead Network Engineer with 10 to 15 years of experience in Network Administration and Network Security.

Responsibilities

Manage and administer Palo Alto firewall environments in line with IT security policy
Manage and administer Cisco WSA
Manage Cisco Core Switches and HP Wireless system
Monitor network performance, troubleshooting network problems and outages, scheduling upgrades.
Secure network systems by establishing and enforcing policies and defining and monitoring access.
Undertake data network fault investigations in local and wide area environments using information from multiple sources
Manage network uptime and maintain SLA within permissible limits
Ensure that the change management system is adhered to and that all changes to the network infrastructure are documented and approved

Mandatory Skills

Strong expertise in Enterprise Routing and Switching Environment, 3 layer Network Architecture, Wireless Networks - Cisco/Aruba.
Should have knowledge on data network equipment software / version upgrade to the latest stable firmware releases.
Proficient in firewall administration - Palo Alto, Cisco FTD/ASA.
Hands on experience in Cisco Iron Port proxy servers.
Experience with network configuration management and monitoring tools.

Competency Requirement

Good communication skills, analytical and problem-solving abilities
Good planning, organizing and time management skills

Mandatory Certifications

CCNA/CCNP : Cisco Certification.
PCNSA/PCNSE : Palo Alto Certifications

Qualifications

B.E / B-Tech/ MCA.

Trivandrum Kerala India