Network Engineer

Title of the position -Network Engineer Location -HosurAbout 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 aNetwork 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 managePalo Alto, Checkpoint, and FortiGatefirewalls. 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 upMeraki and Catalystwireless 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 maintainCisco, HPE, Nexus, Aruba, Arista, and Juniperswitches 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 asOSPFandEIGRP. 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 environmentQualifications Bachelor’s degree or higherin Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related fieldDesired Experience L2 Engineerlevel experience in network engineering and administration