Senior Network Engineer

OpenKyber OpenKyber is an innovative AI Consultancy that leverages a unique catalog of industry-specific Agents and leading-edge AI platforms to deliver tangible, integrated, secure, and ROI-optimized solutions. We combine deep industry and technical expertise to enable rapid deployment of innovative AI-driven capabilities that augment and automate client workflows for employees, customers, prospects, and investors.

Why OpenKyber? Join OpenKyber to be part of a dynamic team that leverages AI-driven technology to make a meaningful impact. Our leadership team, with extensive Big Four Consulting experience, fosters a collaborative, client-focused environment that encourages innovation, technical excellence, and continuous learning. You'll have the opportunity to work on enterprise-scale networking technologies, cloud connectivity, security solutions, and automation initiatives while supporting mission-critical infrastructure for global clients.

OpenKyber is seeking an experienced Network Engineer / Network Specialist to support the design, administration, monitoring, and optimization of enterprise network infrastructure across data center and campus environments. This role is responsible for maintaining highly available, secure, and scalable network services while collaborating with infrastructure, security, cloud, and application teams. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with enterprise routing and switching, firewalls, SD-WAN, wireless networking, load balancing, DNS/IPAM, network security, and automation technologies. This position requires strong troubleshooting skills, operational excellence, and a passion for improving network reliability through automation and best practices.

• Enterprise Network Operations Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise routing and switching infrastructure across data center and campus environments.
• Configure, optimize, and support Layer 2 and Layer 3 network services to ensure high availability and performance.
• Diagnose and resolve complex network connectivity issues while minimizing business impact.
• Participate in network capacity planning, performance tuning, and infrastructure optimization initiatives.
• Firewall & Network Security Manage firewall policies, security rule bases, and Access Control Lists (ACLs) across Cisco and Palo Alto Networks platforms.
• Implement and maintain security policies that align with organizational and compliance requirements.
• Support SSL/TLS inspection, URL filtering, application-layer security, and secure network segmentation.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to strengthen enterprise network security posture.
• VPN & SD-WAN Administration Configure, administer, and troubleshoot VPN connectivity and SD-WAN solutions supporting remote offices and distributed users.
• Ensure secure, reliable, and high-performing WAN connectivity across enterprise environments.
• Monitor VPN performance and proactively resolve connectivity issues.
• Wireless Infrastructure Maintain and optimize enterprise wireless networks using HPE Aruba solutions.
• Configure and manage wireless access points, controllers, RF optimization, and wireless security settings.
• Troubleshoot wireless performance, coverage, and client connectivity issues.
• Load Balancing & Web Security Configure, optimize, and troubleshoot F5 Load Balancer virtual servers, pools, monitors, and iRules.
• Manage and tune Web Application Firewall (WAF) policies using Imperva and F5 XC platforms.
• Administer Cisco Web Security Appliance (WSA) proxy policies to enhance web security and user access controls.
• DNS & IP Address Management Administer DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (IPAM) using Infoblox.
• Perform DNS zone management, record updates, DHCP administration, and IP allocation.
• Ensure DNS services remain secure, available, and properly documented.
• Identity & Network Access Control Administer TACACS+ authentication services for secure network device access.
• Maintain authentication policies, troubleshoot access issues, and perform audit activities.
• Support secure administrative access across enterprise network infrastructure.
• Network Automation & Continuous Improvement Develop and maintain network automation scripts using Python, Ansible, and similar automation tools.
• Build automation playbooks to streamline repetitive operational tasks, improve consistency, and reduce manual effort.
• Utilize REST APIs, NETCONF/YANG, and automation frameworks to integrate with enterprise networking platforms.
• Manage automation code using Git repositories and CI/CD pipelines to support version control and deployment.
• Change & Incident Management Participate in on-call support rotation and respond to production incidents within established SLA requirements.
• Execute approved infrastructure changes following ITIL-based Change Management processes.
• Utilize ServiceNow or equivalent ITSM platforms for incident, request, problem, and change management activities.
• Produce and maintain accurate technical documentation, network diagrams, runbooks, and operational procedures.
• Collaboration Partner with Cloud Engineering, Security, Infrastructure, Application Development, and Operations teams to support enterprise initiatives.
• Participate in technology upgrades, infrastructure modernization, security enhancements, and automation projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance network reliability, operational efficiency, and service delivery.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience. 5 10 years of progressive hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering or network operations. Experience supporting large-scale, multi-vendor enterprise networking environments.

Industry certifications such as Cisco CCNP/CCIE, Palo Alto PCNSE, Aruba Certified Professional, or equivalent are highly preferred. Experience supporting hybrid cloud and enterprise data center environments. Knowledge of ITIL service management practices and enterprise operational processes.

OpenKyber is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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