Role Overview
A global organization in the maritime and logistics sector is seeking a Network & Security Design Engineer to support enterprise network operations, security, and infrastructure design. This role plays a key part in maintaining secure, high-performing network environments while contributing to design and implementation initiatives across office, data center, and cloud environments.
The position is well-suited for professionals with a solid foundation in networking and security who are looking to further develop expertise in enterprise-scale infrastructure and modern security practices.
Key Responsibilities
Network Operations & Support
- Support daily operations across LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, and cloud network environments.
- Assist in managing enterprise network and security platforms such as Cisco (Meraki), Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, and Zscaler.
- Monitor network health, availability, and performance to ensure service reliability.
- Perform initial troubleshooting and escalate complex issues when necessary.
- Support incident, change, and service request processes in alignment with SLAs and IT service management practices.
Design & Implementation
- Contribute to network design initiatives for office, data center, and cloud environments.
- Engage with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Collaborate with vendors and technology partners to support project delivery.
- Assist in developing expertise in network and security domains, with the goal of becoming a subject matter expert.
Documentation & Governance
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and design artifacts.
- Support asset management, license tracking, and bill of materials (BOM) validation.
- Ensure all documentation is audit-ready and aligned with organizational standards.
Qualifications and Experience
- At least 3 years of experience in network security and infrastructure support.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in network design and stakeholder engagement.
- Hands-on experience with enterprise networking and security technologies, including Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, and Zscaler.
- Exposure to cloud networking environments and architectures.
- Familiarity with IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL) is an advantage.
Technical Skills
- Strong foundation in networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
- Understanding of VLANs, routing concepts, and network segmentation
- Knowledge of firewall and VPN technologies
- Exposure to switching and routing protocols (e.g., NAT, IPsec, dynamic routing, HSRP/VRRP)
- Familiarity with wireless networking (Wi-Fi)
- Awareness of Zero Trust and network segmentation principles
- Exposure to Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation, and APIs is a plus
- Understanding of multi-tier architecture and enterprise network design
Certifications (Preferred)
- Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP)
- Fortinet certifications (e.g., FCA, FCP)
- Zscaler certifications (e.g., ZDTA)
- Cloud certifications such as Microsoft Azure fundamentals
Skills and Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and structured working approach
- Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines independently
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work across teams
- Willingness to learn and grow in network security and cloud technologies
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including participation in on-call support