Lead Engineer
globalthoughtfocus8–12 yrsBengaluruOn-siteDirect career pageEst. 16–30 LPA
Posted on 9 Sept
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About This Role
- Manage and support network operations including routers, switches, firewalls, and enterprise WAN in a 24x7 environment with accountability for incident resolution using structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
- Implement and maintain core network technologies such as routing & switching protocols, firewall hardening, network monitoring, security zones, and SD-WAN integration including AWS/Azure cloud networking.
- Perform network changes, deliveries, and automation (via Ansible/Python), ensuring compliance with ITIL processes and SLAs in an enterprise fintech environment.
Minimum Requirements
- 8-12 years of experience as Networks Operations Engineer or similar role focusing on network devices and enterprise WAN environments.
- Hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies: Catalyst switches (IOS-based), ASA/FTD firewalls, VLANs, STP, VTP, EtherChannel, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP (basic), NAT, QoS, and Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela, Meraki).
- Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools such as Cisco DNA Centre, Prime Infrastructure, Syslog, SNMP, NetFlow, Wireshark and automation tools like Ansible/Python.
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in IT, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent practical experience; certifications like CCNA, CCNP Enterprise/Security, or Cisco DevNet Associate recommended.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Experienced professional with deep expertise in Cisco enterprise networks and firewall security practices, including advanced routing, switching, and firewall hardening techniques.
- Candidate with prior exposure to cloud networking integrations (AWS/Azure), SD-WAN deployments, and automation-driven network operations in enterprise fintech or similarly complex environments.
- Practitioner familiar with ITIL processes for incident, change, and problem management, capable of operating in a high-availability, 24x7 network operations setting with SLA adherence.