Network Engineer

Zydus Wellness, an FMCG leader, develops, manufactures, and markets health and wellness products, integrating healthcare, skincare, and nutrition. Founded in 1988 with Sugar Free, India’s first zero-calorie sugar replacement, it now manages seven global brands, including Complan, Glucon-D, Everyuth, and Nutralite. The company serves over 50 million families and supports more than 90,000 dairy farmers and 2,000 MSMEs.

With a focus on research, quality, and innovation, Zydus Wellness operates on core pillars of manufacturing integrity and supply chain efficiency. Headquartered in Ahmedabad and Mumbai, it runs four manufacturing facilities across India and eight co-packing facilities in India, Oman, and New Zealand. Listed on the Bombay and National Stock Exchanges, Zydus Wellness is led by Chairman Dr. Sharvil Patel and CEO Tarun Arora, serving customers in over 25 countries across three continents.

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Functional Reporting: Head – IT Infrastructure

Administrative Reporting: Head – IT Infrastructure

Location: Ahmedabad

Role Purpose

· Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization's network infrastructure. This role ensures the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the IT network systems that support core organizational functions.

Key Accountabilities/ Responsibilities

Financial

· Manage the network infrastructure budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions and resource allocation.

· Evaluate and recommend investments in network infrastructure to optimize financial performance.

Customer

· Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand network requirements and ensure solutions meet business needs.

· Provide high-quality support and troubleshooting to maintain network reliability and performance.

Process

· Design, implement, and manage network solutions, including LANs, WANs, WLANs, and VPNs.

· Configure and maintain network equipment such as routers, switches, firewalls, and servers.

· Monitor network performance and conduct regular maintenance to ensure system availability and reliability.

· Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.

· Implement and manage network security measures to protect against cyber threats.

People

· Provide technical guidance and support to IT staff and end-users.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of network solutions.

Key Deliverables

· Network Design and Implementation: Design, configure, and deploy network solutions to support business operations, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks.

· Infrastructure Management: Oversee the maintenance and administration of physical and virtual servers, storage systems, and data centers.

· Security Management: Implement and enforce network security protocols and policies to protect against unauthorized access, breaches, and other security threats.

· Performance Monitoring: Monitor network and system performance, identify potential issues, and take proactive measures to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.

· Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve network and infrastructure issues promptly to minimize disruption to business operations.

· Vendor Management: Collaborate with vendors and service providers to procure, install, and maintain hardware and software solutions.

· Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of network configurations, system procedures, and troubleshooting steps.

· Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices in network and infrastructure management

Key Interactions

Internal Stakeholders

· Head – IT Infrastructure

· IT team

External Stakeholders

· Vendors and technology partners

Key Dimensions

· Detailed network architecture and implementation plans.

· Regular reports on network performance, including uptime, latency, and throughput.

· Comprehensive security measures and protocols to protect network integrity.

· Up-to-date network diagrams, configurations, and operational procedures.

· Strategies and procedures for network recovery in case of failures or disasters.

· Ensuring robust and scalable network infrastructure.

· Implementing and maintaining security protocols to protect organizational data and systems.

· Monitoring and optimizing network performance to meet business needs.

· Ensuring network solutions comply with industry standards and regulations.

Role Requirements:

Educational Qualifications

· Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

Experience (Type & Nature)

· Proven experience in network design, implementation, and management.

· Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering or a related field

Technical Competencies

· Strong understanding of network infrastructure and hardware, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers

· Proficiency in network protocols and services such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN

· Experience with network management and monitoring tools

· Knowledge of network security practices and technologies

Behavioral Competencies

· Zydus Neev Behavioural Competency Framework

· Ability to navigate and resolve complex challenges during project implementation.

· Strong interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams.

· Ensures data quality and accuracy in all processes.

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