Required Skills & Experience:
Fundamental Networking: Solid understanding of OSI and TCP/IP models, IP addressing, and subnetting.
Protocols: Hands-on experience with BGP, OSPF, VLANs, ACLs, NAT, DNS, DHCP, and SNMP.
Platforms: Proficiency with Cisco platforms is required; experience with Juniper is a strong advantage.
Troubleshooting: Skilled in using Wireshark for deep-packet analysis.
Modern Standards: Familiarity with Wi-Fi operations and modern wireless standards.
Automation: Basic automation skills using Ansible, Python, or APIs.
Preferred Additional Skills:
Experience with SD-WAN, SDN, and SASE technologies.
Strong knowledge of Palo Alto PanOS and Panorama.
Familiarity with Cloud Networking and TLS 1.3 protocols.
Exposure to network APIs such as RESTCONF and NETCONF.
Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, JNCIS, or PCNSE).
Personal Qualities:
We are looking for a teammate who is reliable, structured, and detail-oriented. You should have a professional demeanor and enjoy shared problem-solving. As this role involves both independent tasks and team collaboration, you should be comfortable with operational ownership and have a natural drive for continuous improvement.