Senior Network Engineer

Our very good, direct client in the Financial Services space has an immediate need for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join their IT Infrastructure team within a fast-paced financial environment. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining a high-performing, secure, and scalable network infrastructure to support critical financial business operations. The ideal candidate will have expertise with leading networking and voice technologies, an understanding of security practices, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Reporting to the Network Manager in the Information Technology department, you will be an integral part of the Network group operating in an environment of high team collaboration with a strong desire to respond and resolve problems and requests in a prompt manner.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

• What you should have : 7+ years of experience in LAN / WAN / MAN management in a fast-paced financial services environment. Configuring Cisco switches / routers (IOS XE, IOS XR and Nexus OS).
• 7+ years of experience with various network / routing protocols, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, VPC etc.
• 7+ years Cisco firewall (ASA / FTD) and Palo Alto.
• 5+ years of experience in VoIP and mixed TDM environment.
• Solid knowledge of VPNs, load balancers, NetScalers, and secure remote access solutions.
• Data Center management experience. Knowledge of wiring and cabling infrastructures.
• Ability to work late in order to troubleshoot and perform upgrades and system maintenance outside of business hours.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously from research and testing through to production deployment.
• Experience in dealing with telecom vendors throughout the circuit provisioning lifecycle.
• Experience with network security systems / services as well as enterprise monitoring systems.
• Exceptional network troubleshooting skills and ability to resolve complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on customer service
• Preferred Qualifications CCIE Voice Certification, CCIE Routing and Switching, IPC Level 1 Certification, Cisco VOIP Training, Cisco Security or Cisco Data Center certifications.
• Hands on experience with network automation tools.

5+ years of experience in supporting IPC turrets. Ability to work in a trading floor environment.