Network Engineer (Contract Position)

Role & responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day operations and respond to network-related tickets promptly and effectively.
• Implement and maintain core networking protocols such as TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VPC, HSRP, VRRP, STP, VLAN etc.
• Participate in on-call rotations and promptly respond to network alerts and incidents.
• Maintain VPN and secure remote access solutions to ensure datacenter accessibility while maintaining security.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs for day to day operations set by the Network Architect throughout the project.
• Conduct network troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Perform network troubleshooting to identify and resolve Layer 2 and Layer 3 network issues.
• Follow the change management process to perform network configuration changes and troubleshooting.

Qualifications:

• 5-8 years of experience as a Network Engineer with a focus on core networking protocols.
• Knowledge of modern datacenter solutions is a plus.
• Proven experience in network troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VPC, HSRP, VRRP, STP, VLAN, firewalls etc.
• Familiarity with network security principles and experience in setting up VPN and secure remote access solutions is a plus
• Ability to take ownership of day-to-day network operations and respond to tickets efficiently.
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotations and promptly respond to alerts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with users and cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented and well-organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Ability to work independently/under minimal supervision and in a team environment, managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Certifications such as CCNA or CCNP in networking or related fields are a plus.