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When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there’s really only one: Zones – First Choice for IT.TM 

Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.

Position Overview  

As a Senior Network Engineer to develop and maintain functional and secure networks. You will mentor a team of engineers to troubleshoot and optimize our networks for our users. In this role, you should have excellent problem-solving skills and thorough knowledge of network administration and architecture. If you’re also passionate about security and data protection, we’d like to meet you. Also, we can say that L2 Network Engineers' roles and responsibilities include the following.

 Key Responsibilities  

• Knowledge & experience on routing protocols like BGP, OSPF, Static Routing, BFD etc
• Knowledge of ACI & should know terminology like Vlan,.
• Switching technology, Vlan, Spanning-tree, VTP, ACL etc.
• Knowledge of Multicast routing, PIM, IGMP protocols, SPT etc.
• Experience & hands on with Switches and Firewalls of different vendors like Cisco, FortiGate PaloAlto
• Should experience & knowledge of Nexus family eg. VPC, VDC, MEC, Orphan port management.
• Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP, IPSec, PPP, HSRP, VRRP, redundancy protocol, IPSLA and SNMP protocols.
• Monitoring tool NMS, whatsupGold, Multiping.
• WLC management
• Troubleshooting & Coordinating with Cisco TAC, Arista TAC, and Huawei TAC and follow up with them regarding the issues.
• Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning.
• Provide Level-2 support and troubleshooting to resolve issues.
• Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure.
• Select and implement security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with the company’s security team.
• Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution.
• Design and deploy company LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including servers, routers, switches, UPSs, and other hardware.
• Design, implement, and support firewalls, site-to-site VPNs, and remote-access VPNs.
• Perform server and security audits, and system backups and recovery.
• Exposure to AWS Environment
• Proven hands-on network engineering experience
• CCNA or higher (CCNP highly valued)
• Solid understanding of the OSI or TCP/IP model
• Good understanding of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS)

What you will bring to the team:

• Minimum 5+ Years of experience with relevant certifications.
• L2 engineer with good DC R& S experience (approx. 5-7 years of exp.)
• Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS) preferably Cisco Devices
• Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hot fixes and security configurations.
• Monitor performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
• Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades.
• Hands-on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic and network analytics tools
• University degree in Computer Science or a related subject
• Bachelor of Degree.

Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package.

While we’re committed to providing top-tier solutions, we are just as committed to supporting our own teams. We offer a competitive compensation package where our employees are rewarded based on their performance and recognized for the value they bring to our business. Our employees enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including Medical Insurance Coverage, Group Term Life and Personal Accident Cover to handle the uncertainties of life and a flexible leave policy to balance their work life.

At Zones, work is more than a job – it's an exciting careers immersed in an inventive, collaborative culture. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.