Network Engineer

Title of the position - Network Engineer

Location - Hosur

About The Business

• Tata Electronics Pvt. Ltd. is a prominent global player in the electronics manufacturing industry, with fast-emerging capabilities in Electronics Manufacturing Services, Semiconductor Assembly & Test, Semiconductor Foundry, and Design Services. Established in 2020 as a greenfield venture of the Tata Group, the company aims to serve global customers through integrated offerings across a trusted electronics and semiconductor value chain. With a rapidly growing workforce, the company currently employs over 65,000 people and has significant operations in Gujarat, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, India. Tata Electronics is committed to creating a socioeconomic footprint by employing many women in its workforce and actively supporting local communities through initiatives in environment, education, healthcare, sports and livelihood.

Role Overview

• As a Network Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, configuring, and maintaining our network infrastructure to ensure security, performance, and reliability. You will work with cutting-edge technologies, troubleshoot complex issues, and contribute to a robust network environment that supports our global operations.

Responsibilities

1. Firewall Configuration & Troubleshooting

• Configure and manage Palo Alto, Checkpoint, and FortiGate firewalls.
• Implement security policies, NAT configurations, and VPN setups (IPsec and SSL VPN).
• Troubleshoot issues related to traffic blocking, NAT, session management, and policy violations.
• Conduct routine security audits, policy reviews, and configure SSL decryption.

2. Wireless Access Points (Meraki & Catalyst)

• Set up Meraki and Catalyst wireless access points with multiple SSIDs, VLANs, and security settings.
• Troubleshoot connectivity, performance degradation, and interference issues.
• Optimize RF environments by adjusting channel and power configurations.
• Monitor clients and events using the Meraki dashboard and perform packet captures for analysis.

3. Switching & Routing

• Configure and maintain Cisco, HPE, Nexus, Aruba, Arista, and Juniper switches and routers.
• Set up VLANs, trunking, EtherChannel, and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP).
• Troubleshoot Layer 2 and Layer 3 issues, including routing table checks, VLAN misconfigurations, and link aggregation.
• Manage routing protocols such as OSPF and EIGRP.
• Resolve performance issues like packet drops, interface errors, and network loops.

4. Network Performance & Monitoring

• Utilize network monitoring tools for traffic analysis and log management.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks to enhance network health.
• Monitor key performance metrics to ensure optimal network operation.

5. Security & Compliance

• Enforce firewall and network security policies per company and regulatory standards.
• Participate in network audits and security reviews.
• Contribute to disaster recovery and business continuity plans, including hot and cold standby solutions.

6. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain detailed network diagrams, configuration records, and troubleshooting guides.
• Prepare reports on network performance, incidents, and changes for management.

Essential Attributes

• Certifications: CCNA or CCNP, Fortinet NSE 4+, PCNSA or PCNSE, CCSA or CCSE
• Strong technical expertise in firewall, wireless, and routing/switching technologies
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Desired Experience

• L2 Engineer level experience in network engineering and administration