Sr. Network & Security Engineer (L2)

Posting title: Sr. Network & Security Engineer (L2)

Experience: 6+ Years

Location: Mumbai

Work mode: WFO

Primary skills: Network Security, Troubleshooting, Routing/Switching, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN

Qualification: Any Engineering/ Computers degree

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Design, configure, and deploy network solutions, including LAN, WAN, and WLAN.

• Optimize network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure network availability and reliability.

• Implement and maintain network protocols, routing, and switching configurations.

• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate network solutions with existing systems.

• Monitor network traffic and performance using network management tools.

Security Engineering

• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and standards to protect network infrastructure and data.

• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses to identify and mitigate threats.

• Design and implement firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and other security measures.

• Monitor security incidents and respond to security breaches or threats.

• Stay updated on the latest security threats and trends to enhance defenses.

Documentation and Reporting

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, changes, and security protocols.

• Prepare regular reports on network performance, security incidents, and compliance status.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in network engineering.

• Strong understanding of network technologies (LAN, WAN, WLAN) and protocols (TCP/IP, routing, switching).

• Experience with network design, configuration, and troubleshooting.

• Knowledge of security best practices and tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs).

• Proficiency in network management tools and scripting languages (e.g., Cisco IOS, Ansible, Python).

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Qualifications (Preferred):

• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE.

• Experience with cloud networking and virtualization.

• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls)