Senior Network Engineer

Responsibilities Support the company’s LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including routers, hubs, switches, AP, WLC Configure networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling business objectives and processes Perform root cause analysis Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed Define processes and ensure that the processes are adhered to Oversee and ensure the successful completion of installation, configuration and migration Upgrade network by coordinating with vendors; developing, testing, evaluating, and installing enhancements Ensure maximum uptime according to the SLA Understanding of multi‑geo support environment Responsible for building / maintaining a test environment Improve and maintain customer and employee satisfaction Suggest new technologies and design changes Monitor and maintain SLA requirements by the team members Conduct testing, auditing, and process reviews as required from time to time Identify skill gaps and plan for training / knowledge updating Technical Requirements Cisco L3 & L2 Switches Experience with C2960, 3560, 3850, C9300, C9200, C9500 Experience with Cisco Nexus 9K/7K/5K/2K Series switches Understand Meraki Wireless thoroughly Expert on Routing Protocols BGP, OSPF, EIGRP Expert on Cisco ASA FW (5505, 5515), FPR all models Understand SDWAN – Silverpeak Expert on Cisco IOS & IOS‑XE Software and NX‑OS Software Knowledge of advanced switching concepts would be advantageous Wireless LAN technologies – Cisco and Aruba or Extreme Excellent hands‑on experience configuring IPSec tunnels (site‑to‑site and remote) Network management tools – SolarWinds, HP NNM‑i, Splunk, E‑Health Application load balancers (F5 Big‑IP LTM/GTM or Citrix NetScaler) Soft Skills Excellent communication and conversation skills (verbal and written) Excellent customer‑handling skills Ability to handle high‑pressure situations High level of acceptance Can drive HCL’s value and its methodology Other Skills / Experience Experience with SDN (AWS or Azure) will be an added advantage Years of Experience Above 8+ years of experience Relevant: 6+ years of hands‑on experience and proficiency in managing and maintaining a medium/large environment Certification Requirements CCIE, CCNP, Aruba Wireless Equal Opportunity Employer HCL is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. If any applicant has concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to View email address on click.appcast.io for investigation. Benefits Pay for this role will depend on skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. The role may also be eligible for performance‑based bonuses subject to company policies. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions may be eligible for need‑based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr