Description:
Senior Network Engineer
Job Summary
This Network Engineering role focussed on implementation of remote Network services for a DXC secure Customer. Role focus will cover LAN, WAN, Firewall, and Security infrastructures, remotely, with a key focus on Cisco and Aruba.
Expectation is the successful candidate will have 10 years proven work experience in a challenging, multi-vendor Data centre environment working as part of a team delivering project engineering functions.
Key Responsibilities
Network Maintenance and Troubleshooting:
- Maintain data network hardware and systems.
- Investigate and resolve network and hardware issues.
- Analyze, isolate, and troubleshoot network errors.
- Assess and upgrade legacy network components as needed.
Technical Support And Leadership
- Provide technical support for both internal and external customers.
- Respond to technical inquiries and recommend solutions.
- Lead network problem escalation and resolution.
- Mentoring junior Network Engineering staff.
- Feed into LLD/HLD creations.
Network Installation And Configuration
- Install and maintain network infrastructure, including hardware, software, and system data for small to medium-sized networks.
- Deploy network applications on servers and voice equipment.
- Conduct network testing, maintenance, and problem resolution.
- Perform network configurations and implement configuration changes on Routers, Switches, Firewalls and Security appliances.
Documentation And Communication
- Prepare network diagrams and documentation to reflect current Network operational status.
- Draft proposal documentation to address customer requirements.
- Collaborating with network architects to design and implement functional company networks.
- Conducting regular network performance tests.
Mandatory Skills
- Cisco LAN / WAN skills equivalent to CCNP level.
- Aruba LAN skills equivalent to Aruba ACP level.
- Demonstrable experience working in a large-scale multi-vendor complex campus environment.
- Demonstrable experience working with Checkpoint and Palo Alto Firewalls.
- Strong technical documentation skills.
- Experience with complex routing protocols, including OSPF, BGP, and iBGP.
- Experience in configuring and managing IPSec tunnels on firewalls and routers.
- Experience working with large scale structured cabling infrastructures in a production / manufacturing environment. Completion of Cabling surveys.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, or related field.
- Experience in data networking with both Cisco and Aruba infrastructures.
- Proven experience troubleshooting LAN / WAN / FW systems and technical infrastructure.
- Knowledge of modern network systems, networking principles, and data or video communication.
- Eligible for or currently possess SC clearance (Mandatory).
Other Qualifications
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Skilled in time, priority, and task management.
- Effective communication skills for interaction with customers and team members.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Capable of managing competing priorities in complex environments.
- Professional demeanour with confidence in handling technical issues.
- Willingness to travel as requested
- Availability for out of hours work including weekends as needed.