Network Engineer L2

Summary

Join Pythian as a Network Engineer L2 and provide 24/7 network support to global clients. You will administer and manage complex networking solutions in enterprise data centers and remote offices. Expertise in Cisco networking technologies, routing protocols, security devices, and troubleshooting is crucial. Experience in enterprise network operations, handling escalations, and collaborating with global clients is required. The role demands strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Pythian offers competitive compensation, flexible remote work, professional development opportunities, and a focus on employee well-being.

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

• Administration and Management of complex networking solutions in enterprise data centers and remote offices 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

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

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards and salary package
• Flexibly work remotely from your home, there’s no daily travel requirement to an office!
• Collaborate with some of the best and brightest in the industry!
• Hone your skills or learn new ones with our substantial training allowance; participate in professional development days, attend training, become certified, whatever you like!
• We give you all the equipment you need to work from home including a laptop with your choice of OS, and an annual budget to personalize your work environment!
• You will have an annual wellness budget to make yourself a priority (use it on gym memberships, massages, fitness and more)
• You will receive a generous amount of paid vacation and sick days, as well as a day off to volunteer for your favorite charity