We are looking to onboard a Network Engineer with 5+ years of relevant experience to support our ongoing network operations and project requirements. The candidate should have strong fundamentals in networking and security, along with hands-on experience in managing enterprise network environments. This role will primarily focus on operational support, troubleshooting, and assisting in implementation activities across network and security domains.

Mandatory Skills

- Solid knowledge of Routing Protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
- Expertise in Switching Protocols (e.g., VLANs, STP, VTP) including Data Center architectures (Leaf-Spine architecture)
- Hands-on experience in Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) such as Cisco NGFW or Palo Alto
- Strong understanding of Network Security concepts

Additional Preferred Skills (Good to Have)

- Network Automation using Python and/or Ansible
- Palo Alto Firewall Engineering
- Network Security and Management
- Advanced Network Troubleshooting
- Microsoft Networking Protocols
- DHCP / DNS Management
- Wireless Networking Technologies
- Cisco ASA Firewall/FTD and FMC
- Experience with Non-Cisco Network Platforms
- F5 Load Balancers
- SD-WAN Technologies
- VXLAN / EVPN




- SolarWinds Monitoring and Management
- ThousandEyes Monitoring Tool
- AWS Networking
- Microsoft Azure Networking
- IP Address Design and Management
- Network Architecture and Design
- Wireshark (Protocol Analysis and Decoding)
- ServiceNow (SNOW)
- Splunk
- Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine)
- Guardicore

Key Responsibilities

- Design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure network infrastructure
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues proactively
- Manage firewalls, VPNs, and edge security systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business requirements
- Ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness of network systems
- Maintain documentation for network configurations and processes
- Implement best practices in network security and compliance

Preferred Qualifications

- Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, PCNSE, or equivalent
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Excellent communication and documentation skills

📌 Network Security Automation Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Cephas Consultancy Services
📍 Chennai