Hardware Network Engineer

Overview

The Hardware Network Engineer & CCTV Specialist is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of an organization's network hardware infrastructure, with a specialized focus on the integration, deployment, and management of CCTV (Closed-Circuit Television) surveillance systems. This role ensures the optimal performance, security, and availability of both general network systems and dedicated video surveillance networks, supporting critical security and operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Network Hardware Management (General):
• Install, configure, and maintain core network hardware devices including routers, switches (LAN/WAN), firewalls, wireless access points, load balancers, and other network appliances.
• Manage and monitor network server hardware (e.g., rack servers, blade servers) and associated components.
• Perform regular hardware inspections, upgrades, and replacements to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Maintain detailed inventory of all network hardware assets.
• CCTV System Design & Implementation:
• Design and plan end-to-end CCTV surveillance systems, including camera placement, network architecture for video transmission, storage solutions (NVR/DVR, SAN/NAS), and viewing stations.
• Install, configure, and commission various types of CCTV cameras (IP, Analog, PTZ, Dome, Bullet, Thermal) and associated hardware.
• Set up and configure Video Management Systems (VMS) and Network Video Recorders (NVRs)/Digital Video Recorders (DVRs).
• Ensure proper network connectivity and bandwidth allocation for video streams.
• Integrate CCTV systems with access control, alarm systems, and other security platforms as required.
• Network and CCTV Infrastructure Management:
• Manage and maintain network cabling infrastructure (copper and fiber optic) specific to both general IT and CCTV systems.
• Ensure proper rack mounting, cable management, and environmental controls within data centers, server rooms, and surveillance control rooms.
• Oversee the physical security of all network and CCTV hardware.
• Troubleshooting and Support:
• Diagnose and resolve hardware-related network issues, including connectivity problems, device failures, and performance degradation for both IT and CCTV networks.
• Troubleshoot CCTV system malfunctions, including camera connectivity, video quality issues, recording failures, and VMS software problems.
• Provide technical support for network and CCTV hardware to end-users and security personnel.
• Perform root cause analysis for recurring hardware failures and implement preventative measures.
• Participate in on-call rotations for critical incident response for both IT and CCTV systems.
• Performance Monitoring and Optimization:
• Monitor network and CCTV system performance using various tools and metrics.
• Identify bottlenecks (e.g., network congestion from video streams) and recommend hardware upgrades or configuration changes to optimize performance.
• Implement and manage monitoring systems for both network devices and CCTV cameras/recorders.
• Security and Compliance:
• Implement and enforce security policies related to network and CCTV hardware, including cybersecurity best practices for IP cameras and NVRs.
• Ensure all network and CCTV hardware configurations comply with organizational security standards, privacy regulations, and industry best practices.
• Assist in security audits and vulnerability assessments related to both general network and specific CCTV infrastructure.
• Collaboration and Documentation:
• Collaborate with IT teams, security personnel, facilities management, and external vendors.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations, CCTV system layouts, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to security operators and junior IT staff as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹12,086.00 - ₹19,243.28 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vellore, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• smart board installation

Experience:

• CCTV: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Cisco Certified DevNet Professional (Required)

Work Location: In person