Senior Network Engineer

At Finastra, we are a dynamic global provider of open finance software solutions, dedicated to expanding access to financial services. Our innovative applications span Lending, Payments, Treasury and Capital Markets, and Universal Banking. Proudly serving over 8,000 customers, including 45 of the world's top 50 banks, we aim to boost financial inclusion for all. Join us and be part of a vibrant company that embraces diverse perspectives, and is committed to doing well by doing good.

Description: 

Be part of a team that is responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and supporting all data communications and networking hardware and software for all locations at Finastra to include: corporate offices, on premises, and cloud data centers.  You will need to be well versed in Cisco gear, Fortinet firewalls, BigIP load balancers, as well as the management tools for those products, and the NetBrain network management platform. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Install, configure, monitor and manage all network and data communications equipment including all hubs, routers/switches, intrusion detection systems, VPN concentrators,  load balancers, and firewalls 

• Provide ongoing monitoring of all networks and data communications facilities using approved network management tools and including monitoring access to Telecommunication carriers and managing the connection equipment 

• Perform regular capacity planning to ensure network performance will meet anticipated requirements, monitor capacity, and work with carriers to adjust capacity as needed 

• Responsible for internet access including installing, configuring, maintaining routers and firewalls, configuring routing protocols, and monitoring performance of the same 

• Troubleshoot all network problems; open issues in the Problem and Change Management databases, record resolution; provide tier 2 support; ensure all issues are resolved as per published service levels or escalate as necessary 

• Provide maintenance to equipment as required 

• Maintain all technical configuration documents and review/update processes and procedures and maintain appropriate documentation 

• Provide weekly updates of work activity to the Manager, Network Operations 

• Participate on project teams working with all Infrastructure teams or Network Engineers/Architects; take high level plans developed by engineers/architects and develop a detailed plan broken down by task for implementation 

• Work with internal and external customers to convert requirements into actionable change requests for implementation 

• Occasional On call 24 duties; on occasion will have to be at the office outside of normal working hours; occasional travel may be necessary 

• Develop and keep current a personal professional education plan with the assistance of your supervisor/manager 

Technical Skills 

• Functional knowledge of networking and data communication fundamentals including Ethernet and routing protocols (TCP/IP, Routing Protocols, etc) 

• Functional knowledge of internetworking standards 

• Functional knowledge of network management tools like Fortimanager, NetBrain, SolarWinds, etc. 

• Knowledge of OSI protocol model 

• Function hands on experience of Cloud networking principals in Azure and AWS 

Competencies 

• University degree or college diploma in computer studies or equivalent experience 

• Cisco certification a bonus 

• 6+ years hands on experience  

• Functional planning ability 

• Functional problem solving/troubleshooting abilities 

• Techincal oral and written communication skills 

• Functional customer relations skills 

• Functional organizational skills 

• Functional interpersonal relations 

• Ability to work well in a project team environment 

• Either NetBrain or Python/Java/scripting skillsets 

• Adaptability / flexibility 

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products 

• Results oriented 

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

·       Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

·       Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.

·       Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*

·       ESG: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.

·       DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).

·       Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

·       Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!