Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer with a strong background in data center, hosting, and cloud networking. The ideal candidate will have 3 5 years of hands-on experience in network engineering and at least 1 2 years in web or cloud hosting environments. This role requires advanced troubleshooting abilities, strong customer communication, and the ability to work in a dynamic, SLA-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities Networking Operations -
Manage and maintain enterprise-grade network environments across data center, hosting, and cloud infrastructures.
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Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and MPLS.
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Implement and support VPN technologies such as IPSec, SSL, GRE, site-to-site, and remote access VPNs.
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Work with switching technologies, including STP, EtherChannel, and VXLAN.
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Perform network segmentation, optimization, and security hardening.
Hosting & Data Center Networking -
Administer DNS services (Bind, PowerDNS, Anycast).
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Manage hosting protocols, including HTTP(S), SMTP, and FTP/SFTP in production environments.
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Configure and maintain load balancers such as Nginx, HAProxy, or hardware-based LB (F5, Citrix).
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Support multi-tenant environments with isolated client networking.
Cloud Networking -
Design and manage VPCs, subnets, peering, NAT gateways, and VPN gateways.
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Work with cloud networking tools across AWS, Azure, VMware NSX, or similar.
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Support hybrid connectivity between on-prem and cloud infrastructures.
Network Security -
Administer enterprise firewalls, including Cisco ASA/FTD, Fortinet, Palo Alto, etc.
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Support DDoS mitigation strategies and basic WAF implementation.
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Configure IDS/IPS tools and participate in security monitoring and triage.
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Apply Zero-Trust principles and segmentation strategies.
Automation & Monitoring -
Create scripts and automation using Python, Bash, or Ansible.
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Manage monitoring and event systems such as Zabbix, Nagios, Grafana, ELK, etc.
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Build reporting dashboards and proactive alerting systems.
Troubleshooting & Support -
Perform deep-dive diagnostics using packet captures, traceroute, Wireshark, etc.
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Handle Level 3 escalations from NOC and customer operations.
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Work within 24/7 operations, rotation, and shift-based schedules.
Required Skills & Qualifications -
Experience: 3 5 years in networking, with exposure to hosting or cloud-based environments.
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Certifications:
One or more of the following is required:
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CCNA R&S (EI), CCNP R&S (EI)
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CCNA DC, CCNP DC
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JNCIA-Junos, JNCIS-ENT/SP, JNCIP-ENT
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Vendor Experience:
Hands-on experience with:
Soft Skills -
Strong English communication skills, especially for client-facing roles.
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Ability to explain complex network issues to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Strong documentation skills for configurations, SOPs, and incident reporting.
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Team player, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced hosting ecosystem.
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Ability to work across multiple time zones.
Work Environment -
Global hosting and cloud infrastructure environment.
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SLA-driven operations with direct customer impact.
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Positive and collaborative international culture with strong team support.