Senior Network Engineer
IBM
IT
Posted on Jan 4, 2025
Introduction
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Network Engineer with CCIE certification to join our team. This individual will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our network infrastructure while ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on experience with enterprise-level networking and a strong ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
Your role and responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
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Network Design and Implementation:
- Design and implement highly scalable, secure, and reliable network solutions based on business needs.
- Plan, configure, and deploy enterprise network infrastructure, including LAN/WAN, data centers, and cloud environments.
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Network Management and Optimization:
- Monitor and optimize network performance to ensure high availability and low latency.
- Implement and manage Quality of Service (QoS) for critical applications.
- Perform regular maintenance and updates to ensure system health and compliance.
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Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution:
- Diagnose and resolve complex network issues efficiently to minimize downtime.
- Act as a Tier 3 escalation point for critical incidents and outages.
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Standby and On-Call Duties:
- Participate in standby rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical network issues.
- Respond to after-hours incidents, ensuring rapid resolution to minimize downtime.
- Proactively communicate updates and resolutions to stakeholders during standby periods.
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Security and Compliance:
- Design and implement network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion prevention systems.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational security policies.
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Team Collaboration and Mentorship:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT operations, security, and application teams.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers to enhance team capabilities.
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Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, changes, and incident reports.
- Prepare reports on network performance and recommend improvements.
Required education
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred education
Bachelor's Degree
Required technical and professional expertise
Required Qualifications:
- CCIE Certification (Active status preferred).
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in network engineering roles, including design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
- Expertise in routing and switching protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
- Proficiency in configuring and managing enterprise-grade network devices (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, or similar).
- Hands-on experience with network security tools (e.g., Cisco ISE, Checkpoint, Palo Alto, F5, or similiar) and technologies.
- Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and SD-WAN solutions.
Preferred technical and professional experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with data center networking technologies (e.g., ACI, Nexus).
- Knowledge of network automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python, or similar).
- Strong understanding of ITIL processes and frameworks.
- Experience in managing large-scale enterprise or service provider networks.