Network Engineer L1 (Onsite)

About the RoleWe are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic L1 Network Engineer with 1–2 years of hands-on experience in enterprise networking. The candidate should have a basic understanding of Layer 2/Layer 3 switching, firewall administration, LAN/WAN technologies, and should be capable of providing first-level support, monitoring, troubleshooting, and assisting in network implementation activities.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, including switches, routers, and firewalls.Provide first-level (L1) support for network-related incidents and service requests.Perform basic troubleshooting of LAN, WAN, VLAN, STP, trunking, and routing issues.Configure and troubleshoot Layer 2 and basic Layer 3 switching.Assist in firewall policy implementation and basic troubleshooting.Monitor network devices using NMS tools and escalate issues when required.Perform health checks and preventive maintenance of network devices.Assist in switch replacement, firmware upgrades, and network migration activities.Coordinate with OEM/vendor support for issue resolution.Maintain network documentation, inventory, and configuration backups.Support implementation of new network devices under the guidance of senior engineers.Participate in planned maintenance activities during weekends or after business hours whenever required.Ensure compliance with organizational IT security policies and change management procedures.Required Technical SkillsSwitchingVLAN ConfigurationTrunking (802.1Q)STP/RSTP/MSTPEtherChannel / Port ChannelRouting (Static, OSPF, BGP)Inter-VLAN RoutingSwitch Stacking ConceptsFirewallSecurity PoliciesNATVPN Fundamentals (IPsec, Remote)User Authentication ConceptsBasic Firewall TroubleshootingNetworkingTCP/IPOSI ModelDNSDHCPARPICMPBasic Routing ConceptsBasic Wireless Networking ConceptsPreferred OEM KnowledgeCisco Catalyst SwitchesAruba CX / ArubaOS SwitchesJuniper EX SeriesFortinet FortiGate FirewallsPalo Alto Firewalls (Basic Knowledge)Monitoring & ToolsSolarWindsPRTGAruba CentralFortiManagerFortiAnalyzerMicrosoft VisioPutty / SecureCRTWiresharkEducational QualificationBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, or a related field.Diploma candidates with relevant experience may also apply.Preferred CertificationsCCNAAruba Certified AssociateFortinet Certified Associate (FCA)Soft SkillsGood communication skillsAnalytical and troubleshooting abilitiesCustomer-focused approachTeam player with willingness to learnGood documentation and reporting skills