Network Engineer

Zensar • San Jose, CA

5h

About The Position

At Zensar, we’re “experience-led everything”. We are committed to conceptualizing, designing, engineering, marketing, and managing digital solutions and experiences for over 130 leading enterprises. We are a company driven by a bold purpose: Together, we shape experiences for better futures. Whether for our clients, our people, or the world around us, this belief powers everything we do. At the heart of our culture is ONE with Client - a set of four core values that reflect who we are and how we work: One Zensar, Nurturing, Empowering, and Client Focus.

Part of the $4.8 billion RPG Group, we’re a community of 10,000+ innovators across 30+ global locations, including Milpitas, Seattle, Princeton, Cape Town, London, Zurich, Singapore, and Mexico City. Explore Life at Zensar and join us to Grow. Own. Achieve. Learn. to be the best version of yourself.

We believe the best work happens when individuality is celebrated, growth is encouraged, and well-being is prioritized. We are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veteran status.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (EE), Computer Science (CS), or equivalent technical field is required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as an L2 Network Engineer working with campus and corporate networks (required).
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with Cisco TAC on troubleshooting and RMA processes (required).
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with ServiceNow (required).
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with SolarWinds (required). May be substituted with 3 years of experience with other network monitoring and management tools.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing network solutions in a medium to large-scale enterprise environment.
• Knowledge of Cisco devices: Catalyst switches, ISR routers, and ASR routers (required).
• Knowledge of Cisco switch stacking technology, configuration, and troubleshooting (required).
• Knowledge of routing protocols EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP: configuration and troubleshooting (required).
• Knowledge of DNS and DHCP: configuration and troubleshooting (required).
• Proficient understanding of networking principles, including TCP/IP, switching technologies (e.g., VLANs, STP), and wireless networking.
• Strong knowledge of network security principles and practices, including firewall configurations, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
• Active Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification (very desirable).
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification (preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Leadership skills and the ability to mentor and develop junior staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote setting (required).
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, to support network maintenance and upgrades.
• Ability to lift and move network equipment up to 50lb as needed.
• Ability to pass SDPD (San Diego Police Department) background check is required. Candidates must have no: arrests, convictions (other than traffic violations), recent losses of civil lawsuits in court, protective orders, or recent bankruptcy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Cisco Catalyst 9800 WiFi controller configuration and troubleshooting (very desirable).
• Knowledge of Cisco Catalyst Center (DNAC) (very desirable).
• Additional certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, or other relevant networking certifications.
• Experience with network automation and scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible).
• Familiarity with cloud networking solutions and services (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Working knowledge of searching data and creating reports in Splunk

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and manage network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and wireless access points, to ensure optimal performance and security.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, providing technical expertise and support to the IT team.
• Implement and enforce network security measures, including firewall configurations, VPNs, access lists, and intrusion detection systems.
• Monitor network performance and conduct regular assessments to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network-related projects and initiatives.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, changes, and procedures.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior network engineers and support staff
• Stay current with emerging networking technologies and industry best practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level