Lead Network Engineer | 8-12 Years | Bangalore

Job Description

Primarily responsible for leading and supporting a team of network engineers responsible for designing, troubleshooting, supporting, and deploying computer networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), firewalls, security appliances, and other data communications systems within the L&W Gaming network. Will lead projects as the network subject matter expert through the evaluation, design, and deployment phases.

Essential Job Functions:

Defines in written documents non-functional requirements (availability, interoperability, portability, manageability, scalability, maintainability, security, monitoring, SLAs, KPIs, regulatory and legal compliance) based on business vision, best practices, and enterprise architecture direction.

Delegates tasks based on the experience and expertise of the team.

Communicates status of tasks and projects to managers.

Coaches direct reports, gives continuous feedback and sets career goals, provides mentoring and training.

Oversees tier II escalation troubleshooting and support for internal and external customer networks within the L&W Gaming network.

Maintains network Visio documentation and IP Address management.

Reviews and compiles daily/monthly reports of network outages and issues.

Provides change management support for network projects as needed.

Provides coverage for 24/7 on call support on a rotational basis.

Works with and consult with systems, network, and software engineers and architects on designs and specifications.

Assists in identifying network and security issues, works closely with Network Security Engineer to find solutions to remedy them.

Independently manages project plans.

Provides management reports and position papers on emerging network and security technologies.

Other tasks as assigned.

Training and/or Experience:

5+ years supporting a large enterprise network.

3+ years leading a team of engineers.

Cisco CCNA certification required.

Cisco CCNP or CCIE certification preferred in either Routing and Switching, Security, or Data Center.

Education:

BS or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS, or related field (or commensurate experience)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Deep understanding of routing protocols EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, MP-BGP, VRF, Multicast, AnyCast, MPLS, DSCP/QoS.

Advanced knowledge to troubleshoot, design, and support routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF and BGP.

Advanced knowledge and experience in VPN technologies and deployments - IPSec, 3DES, AES, IKE, DMVPN, AnyConnect, Full Tunnel/Split Tunnel Client VPN Solutions, Site to Site VPN Solutions

Expert level knowledge in configuring and troubleshooting Cisco networking devices such as layer 2/3 switches, routers, firewalls, and intrusion protection systems.

Mastery of spanning-tree, VTP, port channels and load balancing.

Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP, including packet-level traffic analysis and troubleshooting using Wireshark.

Knowledge of one or more scripting languages such as PowerShell, TCL, or Python.

Knowledge of network monitoring protocols (SNMP) and systems such as Solarwinds.

Knowledge of trouble ticketing systems and methodologies.

Ability to create and maintain Visio and Excel network documentation.

Understanding of IP concepts including routing, sub-netting, and VLANs.

Knowledge of TCP/IP including IPv4 and IPv6.

Requires excellent analytical, problem solving, organizational and time management skills.

Demonstrate strong communication skills to align cross functional teams and objectives and promote team outcomes.

Apply group problem solving and design making techniques to build understanding and agreement among people to achieve shared outcomes.

Experience with network lab virtualization software; GNS3 and VIRL, to test new software and configuration changes and designs.

Experience with wireless WAN Technologies and equipment such as DIGI cellular routers.

Experience with Cisco UCS.

Familiarity with Cisco Smart Licensing.

Familiarity with network and/or systems automation frameworks such as Ansible, Salt, or NAPALM

Requires excellent analytical, problem solving, organizational and time management skills.

Ability to make timely and effective decisions that are based on sound judgment and business rationale.

Must be able to obtain required gaming cards and licensing upon employment. A security investigation will be conducted. A drug test will be required before employment.