# Network Engineer

**Company:** [Thrive](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/8R7yxW6u1JJfoUiUAEMTEk.md)
**Location:** Clark Global City, Philippines
**Workplace:** hybrid
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Managed Services

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## Description

**About us:**

Thrive is an innovative technology solutions provider focused on Cyber Security, Microsoft/Office 365, Hybrid Cloud, Global Network Management, Disaster Recovery, and traditional Managed Services. Our corporate culture, engineering talent, customer-centric approach, and focus upon NextGen services help us stand out among our peers. Thrive is on the look-out for individuals who don’t view their weekdays spent at ‘a job’ but rather look to develop valuable skills that ignite their passion and lead to a CAREER. If you’re attracted to a hard work, play hard environment and seek the guidance, training, and experience necessary to build a lucrative career, then welcome to THRIVE! 

**Position Overview**

This role is critical in maintaining and supporting network infrastructure for our clients, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Cisco and Fortinet technologies, exceptional troubleshooting skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients on a daily basis.

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Configure, implement, and maintain network infrastructure including switches, firewalls, and wireless systems
-   Troubleshoot and resolve complex network connectivity and performance issues
-   Design and implement multi-ISP configurations with automatic failover for enterprise clients
-   Collaborate with onsite field technicians to diagnose and resolve various network issues
-   Manage and support Cisco Catalyst switches and Meraki switching infrastructure
-   Administer and maintain Fortigate and Palo Alto firewalls
-   Utilize FortiManager and Panorama for centralized firewall management
-   Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot FortiClient and GlobalProtect VPN solutions
-   Implement and troubleshoot IPSec VPN connections and tunnels
-   Deploy and support Meraki wireless networks
-   Monitor network performance and respond to alerts promptly
-   Communicate daily with clients to provide updates, gather requirements, and resolve issues
-   Document network configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures
-   Efficiently manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
-   Provide remote support and guidance to field technicians during onsite implementations and troubleshooting
-   Collaborate with team members to support infrastructure projects
-   Ensure network compliance with security policies and best practices
-   Provide technical support and escalation for network-related incidents

## Requirements

-   6+ years of hands-on network engineering experience
-   Strong expertise in Cisco Catalyst and Meraki switching platforms
-   Proficient experience with Fortigate and Palo Alto firewalls
-   Working knowledge of FortiManager and Panorama
-   Experience with FortiClient and GlobalProtect VPN implementation and troubleshooting
-   Hands-on experience with IPSec VPN configuration and troubleshooting
-   Experience with routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
-   Proven experience setting up ISP connections with automatic failover for enterprise clients
-   Experience with Meraki wireless solutions
-   Exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
-   Great analytical skills with strong attention to detail
-   Proven ability to work efficiently and deliver results under pressure
-   Excellent verbal and written communication skills for daily client interactions
-   Ability to effectively collaborate with and guide field technicians remotely
-   Ability to work independently and manage shifting priorities
-   Strong understanding of TCP/IP and network security
-   Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent tasks
-   Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

**Preferred Qualifications**

-   MSP (Managed Service Provider) experience
-   Cisco ASA firewall experience
-   Microsoft Azure networking experience
-   CCNA certification
-   Fortinet NSE (Network Security Expert) certification
-   ITIL Foundation certification
-   Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools

**Technical Skills**

-   **Switching**: Cisco Catalyst, Cisco Meraki
-   **Firewalls**: Meraki MX, Fortigate, Palo Alto Networks, FortiManager, Panorama
-   **VPN**: FortiClient, GlobalProtect, IPSec VPN
-   **Wireless**: Cisco Meraki
-   **High Availability**: Multi-ISP failover configuration and implementation
-   Network protocols (TCP/IP, VLANs, STP, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, etc.)
-   Network security best practices
-   Network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
-   Strong analytical and efficiency-driven approach to problem solving