Senior Network Engineer

Any where in India | Remote

At Pythian, we are experts in strategic database and analytics services, driving digital transformation and operational excellence. Pythian, a multinational company, was founded in 1997 and started by ensuring the reliability and performance of mission-critical databases. We quickly earned a reputation for solving tough data challenges. We were there when the industry moved from on-premises to cloud environments, and as enterprises sought more from their data, we expanded our competencies to include advanced analytics.

Today, we empower organizations to embrace transformation and leverage advanced technologies, including AI, to stay competitive. We deliver innovative solutions that meet each client's data goals and have built strong partnerships with Google Cloud, AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, and Snowflake. The powerful combination of our extensive expertise in data and cloud and our ability to keep on top of the latest bleeding edge technologies make us the perfect partner to help mid and large-sized businesses transform to stay ahead in today's rapidly changing digital economy.

Why you:

As a Senior Security Specialist, you will be responsible for providing 24/7 network support to clients across the globe in enterprise network operations and handling escalations and severe cases.

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What you will be doing:

Strong hands-on experience in handling, troubleshooting network and security-related issues.
In-depth knowledge of Cisco FMC and FTD platforms, including installation, configuration, management, and troubleshooting.
Evaluate diverse security risks in a fast-moving environment and be technically capable of suggesting and carrying out remediation, in accordance with Cisco's security policies and standards.
Implement security measures on network infrastructure, such as firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and security policies
Create and implement security policies, access control lists (ACLs), and NAT rules to ensure secure communication across the network.
Implement and configure VPN technologies, including site-to-site and remote access VPNs, using FMC/FTD.
Experience with SSL certificate management, including CSR generation, certificate renewal, installation, and troubleshooting.
Troubleshoot and resolve network security issues related to FTD firewalls.
Provide support for network security incidents, including malware detection, DDoS attacks, and firewall policy conflicts.
Expert knowledge of advanced security features such as intrusion prevention, URL filtering, and malware analysis.
Extensive working experience on Cisco Catalyst and Nexus switches, along with Arista Cloud based.
Expert knowledge of ARP, MAC Address Table, VLAN, Spanning Tree Protocol, Ether channel, Switch Stacking, HSRP/VRRP, Access Lists (ACL), and NAT.
Hands-on experience in Enterprise LAN and WAN configuration and troubleshooting.
Good to have experience on any Software Defined Networking solution, i.e. Cisco/Viptela/Versa SD-WAN
Configure network policies, application performance optimization, and dynamic path selection using SD-WAN.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to SD-WAN, including connectivity, security policies, and application performance.
Implement security policies and ensure secure communication between SD-WAN sites using Versa's integrated security features, such as encryption, secure tunneling, and firewall integration.
Independently drive P2/P1 Technical calls from the network's end, demonstrating exceptional communication and problem-solving skills to de-escalate situations and provide clear, concise updates to clients.
Excellent client-facing communication skills and the ability to handle and manage client interactions and escalations independently, ensuring client satisfaction and timely resolution of critical issues.

What do we need from you

5 - 10 years of experience in implementing and managing multi-vendor network solutions.
Expert-level experience in Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC) and other Cisco security products.
Prior experience collaborating with global clients from US, Europe, and APAC regions
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proven ability to manage client expectations and handle high-pressure situations effectively.
Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering effective solutions and managing client escalations efficiently.
A relevant certification in security is an asset.

What do you get in return

Love your career: Competitive total rewards and salary package. during work hours take a day off and volunteer for your favorite charity.
Love your work/life balance: Flexibly work remotely from your home, there's no daily travel requirement to an office! All you need is a stable internet connection.
Love your coworkers: Collaborate with some of the best and brightest in the industry!
Love your development: Hone your skills or learn new ones with our substantial training allowance participate in professional development days, attend training, become certified, whatever you like!
Love your workspace: We give you all the equipment you need to work from home including a laptop with your choice of OS, and an annual budget to personalize your work environment!
Love yourself: Pythian cares about the health and well-being of our team. You will have an annual wellness budget to make yourself a priority (use it on gym memberships, massages, fitness and more). Additionally, you will receive a generous amount of paid vacation and sick days, as well as a day off to volunteer for your favorite charity.

Disclaimer

The successful applicant will need to fulfill the requirements necessary to obtain a background check.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in any aspect of the selection process.

As part of the application process Pythian may send you a technical assessment by a third-party service provider. This assessment is used to evaluate your technical skills which is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests of Pythian Services Inc. and will require us to share your name and email address with our third-party provide.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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