Aritha - Network Engineer - Routing & Switching (2-8 yrs)

Key Responsibilities :

1. Network Implementation and Maintenance :

- Configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.

- Monitor network performance to ensure stability, security, and scalability.

- Troubleshoot network-related issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

2. Network Design and Architecture :

- Design and implement LAN, WAN, and wireless network architectures, including routing protocols, segmentation, and redundancy strategies.

3. Hardware Configuration and Management :

- Install, configure, and manage network hardware such as routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, wireless controllers, and access points.

4. Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting :

- Utilize NMS/EMS tools to monitor network performance, detect outages, and resolve connectivity issues.

- Customize monitoring dashboards, alerts, and notifications to meet operational use cases and SLA requirements.

- Enable SNMP monitoring for network devices, set up NetFlow and Syslog configurations, and maintain inventory of all network hardware.

5. Capacity Planning :

- Analyze traffic patterns to forecast future network requirements and plan upgrades.

6. Documentation and Reporting :

- Create and maintain detailed network documentation, including diagrams, configuration guides, and incident reports.

7. Vendor and Incident Management :

- Collaborate with vendors to resolve technical issues.

- Manage and report incidents using ITSM, ITOM, and ITAM tools, integrating them with monitoring platforms as needed.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

- Strong understanding of network monitoring protocols, including SNMP and NetFlow.

- Proficiency in networking protocols such as TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VLANs,VPNs, WLANs, and SD-WANs.

- Expertise in working with networking devices from OEMs like Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, HPE, Fortinet, and Palo Alto.

- Knowledge of network security tools, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.

- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

- Familiarity with network automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl, Ansible) is a plus.

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Mandatory Qualifications :

- BE/BTech/MCA degree.

- CCNA/CCNP Certification.

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

- Prior experience as a network engineer.

- Proficiency in IT network device administration.

- In-depth knowledge of the TCP/IP OSI model.

- Hands-on experience with SNMP, NetFlow, and IT monitoring tools.

- Expertise in Routing, Switching, and WLAN.