We are seeking a passionate and results-driven Senior Network & Security Engineer with over 12 years of experience in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex network and security infrastructures across multi-vendor environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing data center networks, security devices, and cloud-based network solutions while ensuring high availability, performance, and security of enterprise systems.
Key Responsibilities:- Design, implement, and manage enterprise-level network and security solutions across hybrid, cloud, and on-premises environments.
- Administer and troubleshoot multi-vendor infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and WAFs.
- Handle routing protocols such as EIGRP, BGP, and configure advanced switching technologies including VPC, HSRP, VXLAN, and STP.
- Configure and maintain Fortinet, Cisco ASA firewalls and troubleshoot IPSEC/SSL VPN issues.
- Implement and optimize F5-ASM, FortiWeb Web Application Firewalls using both positive and negative security models.
- Manage and troubleshoot BIG-IP F5, A10, Array, and Radware Alteon load balancers.
- Administer HSM devices including Thales Cipher Trust Manager and Luna HSM for secure key management.
- Provide network enablement and integration across multiple platforms including VMware NSX-T and Cisco ACI SDN technologies.
- Perform proactive monitoring using tools like SolarWinds, Zabbix, and manage incidents via ServiceNow.
- Lead the migration of legacy environments to modern platforms (e.g., NSX-T) and resolve related gateway issues (T0/T1).
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate with internal/external auditors for compliance and security posture.
- Deliver RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and implement preventive measures for critical (P1 & P2) incidents.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to drive resolutions for complex network and product-related issues.
- Ensure adherence to ITIL processes including Incident, Problem, and Change Management.
Technical Skills:- Routing: EIGRP, BGP
- Switching: STP, VPC, HSRP, VXLAN, ACL
- Firewalls: FortiGate, Cisco ASA
- Load Balancers: BIG-IP F5, A10, Array, Radware Alteon
- WAF: F5 ASM, FortiWeb
- HSM: Thales CipherTrust, Luna
- SDN: VMware NSX-T, Cisco ACI
- Tools: SolarWinds, Zabbix, ServiceNow
- DNS: BIG-IP F5
- VPN: SSL/IPSEC, DMVPN
- Automation Tools (Basic Exposure): Ayehu Eyeshare, Harmony, Selenium
Certifications:- CCNA – Routing & Switching
- CCNP – Routing
Professional Traits:- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a focus on root cause resolution.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Committed to continuous learning and adapting to emerging technologies.
- Excellent communication skills for stakeholder and cross-team engagement.
