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Network Engineer

The Network Engineer is responsible for the design, installation, configuration and maintenance of Software Defined Network (SDN) infrastructure. His primary responsibilities include the design and build of network infrastructure components, and integrating technologies from various virtualized servers and storage vendors. He/She manages and optimizes complex core networks, and configures network equipment and software to ensure alignment with defined network performance levels and security standards and regulations. He collaborates across network and orchestration teams to ensure the smooth delivery of end-to-end network slicing and automation solutions. He is knowledgeable in the use of networking systems and devices, firewalls, wireless controls and technology, network standards including 5G, and network routing protocols. He may be required to work on a rotational on-call or shift basis. The Network Engineer is organized with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. He has a passion for innovation and new technologies, and is adaptable to dynamic environments.

Skills and Competencies

Technical Skills & Competencies

Budgeting
Proficiency Level
"Prepare business unit’s operational budgets "
3
Business Environment Analysis
Proficiency Level
"Utilise research instruments, quantitative and qualitative data to gather information on the business environment, evaluate data to draw out meaningful inferences that impact the organization's market positioning and provide feedback to management"
3
Business Innovation
Proficiency Level
"Explore opportunities for business innovation and reform, and lead the implementation of innovative business initiatives"
4
Business Needs Analysis
Proficiency Level
"Elicit and analyze business requirements from key stakeholders and assess relevant solutions and their potential impact"
3
Business Requirements Mapping
Proficiency Level
"Analyse relevant information from stakeholders and map business requirements to existing processes to identify gaps and/or opportunities"
3

Generic Skills & Competencies

Problem Solving
Proficiency Level
Anticipate potential problems beyond the current scope and apply higher order problem solving tools and techniques to turn problems into opportunities.
Advanced
Service Orientation
Proficiency Level
Anticipate customers needs and expectations, and elicit feedback from customers to improve service. Build relationships with customers to create and sustain customer loyalty.
Intermediate
Sense Making
Proficiency Level
Interpret data to uncover patterns and trends between various sources of data.
Intermediate
Teamwork
Proficiency Level
Contribute to a positive and cooperative working environment by fulfilling own responsibilities and providing support to co-workers to achieve team goals.
Basic
Decision Making
Proficiency Level
Make decision of a simple or routine nature to achieve intended goals using given information and guidelines.
Basic

Critical Work Functions and Key Tasks

Configure and administer networks

• Design cost-effective network systems and services that meet product specifications and comply to standards and best practices 
• Prepare and execute test plans including integration, performance, coverage and capacity verification 
• Review technical documents for processes, technology and devices 
• Designate the direction for Local Area Network (LAN) and/or Wide Area Network (WAN), internet, wireless, 
and remote access services 
• Validate the Software Defined Network (SDN) infrastructure within the IT ecosystem 
• Oversee the installation, upgrading, operation, control, maintenance and effective use of LAN and/or WAN for 
the communication of data, voice, text or images 
• Perform technical evaluation and proof-of-concept of new technologies for network infrastructure 
• Review releases, upgrades and fixes available from systems software and supplies and identify those which merit action

Manage network operations and incidents

• Manage network infrastructure to ensure alignment of technical requirements 
• Provide technical inputs on the procurement of network equipment and ensure compliance with procurement policies 
• Develop the disaster recovery plan, processes and protocols for disaster recovery of network infrastructure 
• Ensure disaster recovery plan testing activities are performed and technical criteria are met 
• Perform network fault troubleshooting and root cause analysis to locate sources of network issues 
• Develop and verify recovery solutions in test environments and execute in production network 
• Implement automation workflow for the management of repeated network issues in collaboration with relevant teams 
• Plan and coordinate network security measures for network infrastructure, software and data 

Manage network security

• Review compliance with information security policies and standards 
• Assess configurations and security procedures for adherence to legal and regulatory requirements 
• Investigate and assess the risks of network attacks and recommend remedial action 
• Prioritise and resolve security incidents, and escalate where necessary

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