Hardware Network Engineer

The Hardware Network Engineer CCTV Specialist is responsible for the design implementation maintenance and troubleshooting of an organization s network hardware infrastructure with a specialized focus on the integration deployment and management of CCTV Closed-Circuit Television surveillance systems This role ensures the optimal performance security and availability of both general network systems and dedicated video surveillance networks supporting critical security and operational needs Key Responsibilities Network Hardware Management General Install configure and maintain core network hardware devices including routers switches LAN WAN firewalls wireless access points load balancers and other network appliances Manage and monitor network server hardware e g rack servers blade servers and associated components Perform regular hardware inspections upgrades and replacements to ensure optimal performance and longevity Maintain detailed inventory of all network hardware assets CCTV System Design Implementation Design and plan end-to-end CCTV surveillance systems including camera placement network architecture for video transmission storage solutions NVR DVR SAN NAS and viewing stations Install configure and commission various types of CCTV cameras IP Analog PTZ Dome Bullet Thermal and associated hardware Set up and configure Video Management Systems VMS and Network Video Recorders NVRs Digital Video Recorders DVRs Ensure proper network connectivity and bandwidth allocation for video streams Integrate CCTV systems with access control alarm systems and other security platforms as required Network and CCTV Infrastructure Management Manage and maintain network cabling infrastructure copper and fiber optic specific to both general IT and CCTV systems Ensure proper rack mounting cable management and environmental controls within data centers server rooms and surveillance control rooms Oversee the physical security of all network and CCTV hardware Troubleshooting and Support Diagnose and resolve hardware-related network issues including connectivity problems device failures and performance degradation for both IT and CCTV networks Troubleshoot CCTV system malfunctions including camera connectivity video quality issues recording failures and VMS software problems Provide technical support for network and CCTV hardware to end-users and security personnel Perform root cause analysis for recurring hardware failures and implement preventative measures Participate in on-call rotations for critical incident response for both IT and CCTV systems Performance Monitoring and Optimization Monitor network and CCTV system performance using various tools and metrics Identify bottlenecks e g network congestion from video streams and recommend hardware upgrades or configuration changes to optimize performance Implement and manage monitoring systems for both network devices and CCTV cameras recorders Security and Compliance Implement and enforce security policies related to network and CCTV hardware including cybersecurity best practices for IP cameras and NVRs Ensure all network and CCTV hardware configurations comply with organizational security standards privacy regulations and industry best practices Assist in security audits and vulnerability assessments related to both general network and specific CCTV infrastructure Collaboration and Documentation Collaborate with IT teams security personnel facilities management and external vendors Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations CCTV system layouts procedures and troubleshooting guides Provide training and knowledge transfer to security operators and junior IT staff as needed Job Type Full-time Pay 12 086 00 - 19 243 28 per month Ability to commute relocate Vellore Tamil Nadu Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work Required Application Question s smart board installation Experience CCTV 1 year Required License Certification Cisco Certified DevNet Professional Required Work Location In person