<p><p><b>Position : </b> L2 - GCP Network Engineer<br/><br/><b>Experience : </b> 4-9 Years<br/><br/><b>Location : </b> Mumbai, India</p><p><b><br/></b></p><p><p><b>Job Summary : </b></p><p><br/></p>We are seeking a highly skilled L2 - GCP Network Engineer to join our team in Mumbai.
The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technical expert with a strong background in implementing, managing, and troubleshooting network infrastructure in a hybrid environment, with a primary focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
This role is crucial for ensuring the security, scalability, and high availability of our cloud and on-premises network Responsibilities : Network Implementation & Management : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Design, implement, and deploy cloud network solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including Instance Groups (IG), VPC peering, and Google-native Load Balancers.<br/><br/></p><p>- Configure and manage Network Virtual Appliances (NVA) using technologies like Cisco FTD and Citrix LBs.<br/><br/></p><p>- Manage network security by deploying WAF Cloud Armor Policies, handling SSL certificate renewals, and opening firewall ports in GCP.<br/><br/></p><p>- Implement and support hybrid cloud connectivity, including Cloud Interconnect and coordination with external ISP Operations & Troubleshooting : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Provide expert-level technical support and act as a third-level support engineer for network-related issues.<br/><br/></p><p>- Troubleshoot complex network problems between on-premises and GCP cloud infrastructure.<br/><br/></p><p>- Act as a SPOC for security scanning and remediation procedures, working closely with the InfoSec team.<br/><br/></p><p>- Respond to and resolve P1 incident calls and provide root cause & Security Administration : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Configure and administer a wide range of network devices, including Cisco routers, Nexus switches, Citrix and F5 Load balancers, and Cisco Firewalls (ASA, FTD, FMC).<br/><br/></p><p>- Maintain security standards and implement security benchmarks across cloud environments.<br/><br/></p><p>- Participate in internal and external network audits and ensure compliance with regulatory & Leadership : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Participate in CAB meetings to get approvals for major changes.<br/><br/></p><p>- Contribute to capacity planning and provide guidance on new solutions.<br/><br/></p><p>- Consult with internal IT customers on cloud migration initiatives.<br/><br/></p><p>- Conduct interviews for L2 and L3 network Skills Networking & Protocols : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Strong understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, SSL/TLS, NTP, and DHCP.<br/><br/></p><p>- Extensive experience with routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, VRF, and VX LAN.<br/><br/></p><p>- Deep knowledge of VPC, VDC, STP, Port-channel, and Platform Expertise : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Strong experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including networking & Vendor Proficiency : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus switches (9K, 7K, 5K, 2K).<br/><br/></p><p>- Strong experience with Cisco ASA Firewall, FTD, and FMC.<br/><br/></p><p>- Expertise in load balancing with Citrix Netscaler (SDX, MPX, VPX) or F5 Load & Soft Skills : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.<br/><br/></p><p>- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.<br/><br/></p><p>- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a Skills :</b></p><p><br/></p>- Experience with Network Automation using languages like Python or Ansible.<br/><br/></p><p>- Certifications such as CCNP/CCIE/CCSP, GCP Professional Cloud Network Engineer, or any Citrix Load Balancer certification.</p><br/></p> (ref:hirist.tech)