Network Administrator

Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver robust solutions for network and network security projects
• Install, configure, and maintain network devices (Palo Alto, Checkpoint, Cisco FTD Firewalls, F5 load balancers, Cisco & Meraki routers and switches etc.)
• Deploy and manage SD-WAN networking solutions
• Engineer and maintain Route-Based S2S VPN, Policy-Based S2S VPN, and SSLVPN solutions
• Enforce network security and compliance with organizational policies and industry standards
• Collaborate with IT team members and cross-functional departments to plan and execute network projects
• Execute lifecycle upkeep tasks, including OS upgrades and hardware refresh cycles, ensuring timely completion
• Implement and manage SNMP alerting and monitoring frameworks
• Proactively monitor performance and optimize configurations for maximum security and efficiency
• Design, deploy, and maintain Azure network infrastructure components, including Virtual Networks, Network Security Groups, VPN Gateways, and ExpressRoute connections
• Collaborate with IT architects, security teams, and application owners to design and implement network solutions aligned with business requirements
• Implement and enforce Azure network security best practices, including firewall rules, access controls, and threat protection
• Respond promptly to incidents, service requests, and system outages, providing expert troubleshooting and resolution
• Execute a wide range of network requests, including firewall policy changes, VLAN/port provisioning, routing/switching updates, and Load Balancer configurations, etc.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent level certification required
• 5+ years of experience in network administration or analysis position
• Worked with Cisco, Palo Alto, Checkpoint, and F5 devices
• Experienced with Cloud networking especially in Azure environment
• Deep technical understanding of TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, DNS, DHCP, NTP, LACP, VPC, OSPF, and BGP network protocols etc.
• Quick learner, with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with business partners and leaders in non-technical terms

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants