Senior Network Engineer

September 6, 2024

AllRecruits Ltd

New Plymouth

FULL TIME

We are currently seeking a skilled Systems Network Engineer for a Fixed Term Contract until the end of 2024 with possible extensions. In this role, you will be responsible for both business-as-usual (BAU) tasks and project-based work, ensuring the optimal health and performance of customer networks. The networks you'll work with may be on-premise or cloud-based. You'll contribute to network solutions, manage upgrades and deployments, oversee patching, and handle backup and recovery activities. The technologies you'll be working with include LAN, WAN, Wireless, Cloud (Azure and AWS), VMware, Storage (SAN, DAS, NAS), and backup and recovery systems.
Key Responsibilities:

Contribute to the development and documentation of network solutions that align with customer requirements and best practices.
Manage and execute network upgrades, deployments, and patching activities to maintain network reliability and security.
Oversee backup and recovery processes to ensure data integrity and availability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and troubleshoot network solutions for various projects.
Utilize your expertise in LAN, WAN, Wireless, Cloud, VMware, and storage technologies to address network challenges effectively.
Engage in troubleshooting customer issues with professionalism and efficiency.
Work in compliance with change control procedures, ensuring proper approvals and thorough documentation.
Keep up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously enhance network capabilities.

Qualifications

One major certification such as MSP, MCSE, CNE, VCP, CCEA or Cisco Certification or equivalent qualification
One or more Vendor qualifications e.g Fortinet
Technical involvement in large / medium scale projects.
Microsoft Server and desktop OS and Application implementation and support, including cloud services
A sound understanding of the connectivity between desktop, server and network hardware, as well as functioning across a distributed environment.
Proficiency across the following areas:

Network Security
Cloud Networking
Experience with a variety of Firewall/Routing/Switching/WIFI Vendors (e.g. Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper, HP, Palo Alto etc)
Dynamic Routing Protocols (RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP etc)
CCNA / CCDP or equivalent
Networking troubleshooting.

Windows and Network deployment and patching
Power Shell scripting, process automation
Confidence to engage with our clients, and talk them through benefits of the solution you are recommending.