Qualifications & Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent is highly preferred.
• Additional certifications in network security (e.g., Fortinet NSE, Juniper JNCIS) are a plus.
• 3–5 years of experience in network engineering, preferably in banking or financial institutions.
• Experience with secure network design and implementation in regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS).
• Experience with enterprise-grade routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet).
• Familiarity with SD-WAN, VPN technologies, and network segmentation.
• Understanding of network security principles and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI-DSS).
• Experience with network monitoring and performance tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG).
• Basic scripting skills (Python, Bash) for automation and reporting are a plus.
Responsibilities:
• Maintain and optimize the bank's network infrastructure across branches and data centers.
• Ensure high availability and security of network services.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement and monitor network security controls.
• Support audits and compliance reviews related to network infrastructure.
• Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.