Interesting Job Opportunity: Micro Labs - Network Engineer - Routing & Switching

Overview

4 to 6

Key Responsibilities

• Network Design and Implementation :
• Plan, design, and implement scalable and secure network solutions to meet business requirements.
• Oversee the configuration, installation, and maintenance of routers, switches, firewalls, and other network equipment.
• Ensure proper network segmentation and security controls across all network layers.
• Team Leadership :
• Lead and manage a team of network engineers, assigning tasks, setting priorities, and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to junior team members to promote skill development.
• Conduct regular team meetings to discuss ongoing projects, challenges, and performance feedback.
• Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting :
• Continuously monitor the network performance to ensure optimal functioning, identifying and resolving any issues.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network-related problems, including outages, connectivity issues, and performance degradation.
• Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations and changes.
• Network Security :
• Ensure the implementation of strong security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
• Review and enhance network security protocols to protect against threats and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with the IT security team to conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management :
• Work closely with other departments (e.g., IT, Security, Infrastructure) to ensure network solutions align with business needs.
• Act as the primary point of contact for escalated network issues or projects, providing updates to senior management.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers to evaluate and implement new network technologies.
• Performance Reporting and Optimization :
• Regularly analyze network performance metrics and report on network health to senior leadership.
• Proactively recommend and implement network optimization strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Stay up to date on the latest trends and technologies in networking to ensure the organizations infrastructure remains cutting-edge.
• Documentation :
• Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations, policies, procedures, and incidents.
  
  

• Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
• Extensive experience in network design, configuration, and management, typically 4-5 years.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate a technical team.
• Deep understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF,802.11, etc.), network architectures, and security concepts.
  
  

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for documentation and reporting.
• Experience with Switching, Routing, Cloud Networking, SD-WAN, and Network automation tools.
  
  

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