L2 Network Engineer

Job Summary:

You will play a critical role in ensuring the availability, performance, and security of our network services.

Key Responsibilities:

Network Maintenance and Support:

• Perform routine maintenance tasks on LAN, WLAN network devices, including firmware updates, patches, and configurations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Monitor network performance and proactively address bottlenecks or anomalies.

Firewall Management:

• Configure, manage, and maintain Palo Alto and Check Point firewalls to ensure network security.
• Implement and maintain firewall policies to control traffic and protect against threats.

Switch Management:

• Configure and manage Cisco switches, ensuring optimal performance and network segmentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve LAN/WAN connectivity issues.

Access Control and Authentication:

• Administer Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM) for user authentication and access control.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and standards.

Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and asset inventory.

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with other teams, including system administrators and security experts, to achieve common network goals.

Security Compliance:

• Ensure that network configurations and policies comply with industry best practices and security standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNP) or equivalent certification is required.
• Proven experience in managing Palo Alto and Check Point firewalls.
• Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting Cisco switches.
• Hands-on experience with Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM) or similar access control systems.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, routing, and switching.
• Effective prioritization of tasks and tickets.

Preferred Skills:

• Industry certifications such Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA), Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) would be a plus.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools.