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Position: Network Monitoring Engineer
Experience: 2+ years
Location: Hinjawadi, Pune
Shift Timings: This is a shift-based role.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Network Implementation and Maintenance:
o Configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices.
o Monitor network performance to ensure stability, security, and scalability.
o Troubleshoot network-related issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
2. Network Design and Architecture:
o Design and implement LAN, WAN, and wireless network architectures, including routing protocols, segmentation, and redundancy strategies.
3. Hardware Configuration and Management:
o Install, configure, and manage network hardware such as routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, wireless controllers, and access points.
4. Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting:
o Utilize NMS/EMS tools to monitor network performance, detect outages, and resolve connectivity issues.
o Customize monitoring dashboards, alerts, and notifications to meet operational use cases and SLA requirements.
o Enable SNMP monitoring for network devices, set up NetFlow and Syslog configurations, and maintain inventory of all network hardware.
5. Capacity Planning:
o Analyze traffic patterns to forecast future network requirements and plan upgrades.
6. Documentation and Reporting:
o Create and maintain detailed network documentation, including diagrams, configuration guides, and incident reports.
7. Vendor and Incident Management:
o Collaborate with vendors to resolve technical issues.
o 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.
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Prior experience as a network engineer.
Mandatory Qualifications:
BE/BTech/MCA degree.
CCNA/CCNP Certification.
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.
Join ThoughtData and become a part of a dynamic team that drives innovation in IT operations and digital transformation. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career in network monitoring and management.