Network Support Engineer L1

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Network Support Engineer L1 to monitor, support, and maintain our core network infrastructure and daily IT operations. In this role, you will act as the vital link between end-users, system administrators, and infrastructure teams, ensuring maximum uptime, fast incident resolution, and strict adherence to network security protocols and industry standards.

Core Responsibilities

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• Network Monitoring & Incident Management: Perform daily network checks, monitor system health, log support tickets, and resolve Tier 1 network connectivity and hardware issues.
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• Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Diagnose LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, and DNS/DHCP issues; perform basic router and switch configuration updates; escalate complex network outages promptly to L2/L3 engineering teams.
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• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate network topology diagrams, device inventories, and standard operating procedures (SOPs); ensure compliance with IT security policies and data governance standards.
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• Technical Support: Assist internal employees and clients with network access, onboarding, and connectivity troubleshooting across hybrid workplace environments.
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• Vendor & Asset Coordination: Serve as a point of contact for ISP vendor ticketing, hardware dispatch, and third-party technical support during network maintenance windows.
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Qualifications

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• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Required).
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• Experience: 0–2 years of experience in network administration, IT helpdesk, or technical support environments.
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• Technical Skills (Required):
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• Strong foundational knowledge of TCP/IP, OSI model, routing/switching concepts, Subnetting, and VPNs.
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• Familiarity with network diagnostics tools (Ping, Traceroute, Wireshark, Putty).
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• Understanding of network protocols (DNS, DHCP, SNMP,
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• Excellent troubleshooting, organizational, and technical writing skills.
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• Preferred Skills & Certifications:
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• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or CompTIA Network+ certification (or active preparation).
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• Basic knowledge of cloud networking concepts (AWS/Azure) or firewall configurations.
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• Experience with ticketing systems (Jira, ServiceNow, Remedy).
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What We Offer

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• Targeted Placement: Direct exposure to enterprise networking projects in the Tech and IT infrastructure space.
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• Professional Growth: Mentorship from senior network engineers and hands-on exposure to enterprise-grade routing, switching, and security infrastructure.
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• Technical Upskilling: Guidance on industry-standard certifications and advanced networking protocols.
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