Network Engineer L2

Summary

Join Pythian as a Network Engineer and provide 24/7 global network support to clients. You will administer and manage complex networking solutions in enterprise data centers and remote offices. This role requires extensive experience with Cisco networking equipment, security technologies, and troubleshooting. You'll collaborate with global clients and internal teams to resolve network and security incidents. The ideal candidate possesses 5-8 years of experience in multi-vendor network solutions and holds expert-level experience in routing, switching, and security. Pythian offers a competitive compensation package, professional development opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

• 5 - 8 years experience in implementing and managing multi-vendor network solutions
• Expert-level experience in Routing, Switching, and Security
• Prior experience collaborating with global clients from US, Europe, and APAC regions
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage complex networking solutions in enterprise data centers and remote offices across the globe
• Provide 24/7 network support to clients across the globe
• Extensive working experience on Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switches along with Cisco ISR Routers
• Expert knowledge of ARP, MAC Address Table, VLAN, Spanning Tree Protocol, Ether channel, Switch Stacking, HSRP/VRRP, Access Lists (ACL), and NAT
• In-depth knowledge of routing protocol configuration and troubleshooting
• Hands-on experience in Enterprise LAN and WAN configuration and troubleshooting
• Implementation and configuration of Security devices which consist of Firewalls from different manufacturers (Eg. Cisco ASA/FTD/FMC)
• Exceptional hands-on expertise in firewall configurations, security policies, and troubleshooting
• Expert knowledge of Security Technologies, including ACL, NAT, IPSec VPN, SSL VPN, and ASA High Availability Failover configuration
• Must have experience in enterprise network operation in handling escalation and severity cases
• Coordination with ISP, clients and onsite technical teams for troubleshooting network and security incidents

Preferred Qualifications

• CCNA or CCNP Certifications
• Good to have experience on any “Software Defined Networking” solution, i.e. Cisco/Viptela/Versa SD-WAN

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package with excellent take home salaries, shifted work time bonus (if applicable) and an annual bonus plan!
• Annual training allowance
• 2 paid professional development days
• 3 weeks of paid time off
• Flexible working hours
• Laptop with your choice of OS
• Budget to personalize your work environment