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