Experienced professional in Transport IP & Data support and maintenance, with proven seniority in IP Core and Aggregation technologies, including Cisco, Juniper, and Fortinet. Holds CCNP/JNCIP-level or equivalent certifications and possesses extensive experience in Managed Services operations, specializing as an MS Specialist in Transport & IP networks. Skilled in ensuring network reliability, performance optimization, and timely issue resolution.

Responsibilities

Provide Transport IP & Data support and maintenance, ensuring network reliability and performance.

Operate and maintain IP Core and Aggregation technologies (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet).

Implement and troubleshoot network and routing protocols: EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, MPLS-VPNs, QoS, Traffic Engineering.

Configure and manage network devices: routers, switches, remote access servers, VPN concentrators, firewalls.

Ensure network security, including IOS access lists, IPsec, PIX, IPS, CheckPoint FW-1, VPNs, and related security measures.

Monitor application protocols, network performance, and traffic.

Analyze and troubleshoot protocol-level issues: HTTP(S), SOAP, IPsec, DNS(SEC), RADIUS, Diameter, TCP/IP, MPLS, MSPTP.

Support Managed Services operations, including incident management and service coordination.

Communicate effectively with customers, providing updates and resolving incidents promptly.

Qualifications

Bachelor or Master’s degree or equivalent level gained by experience, in Information Technology / Electronics / Telecommunications / Data communications Engineering

Relevant years of experience in the field of Transport IP & Data support & maintenance

Proven seniority in IP Core & Aggregation technologies (Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet).
CCNP/JNCIP level or equivalent certification

Experience in Managed Services operations

Good understanding of mobile and ISP network architecture

Expert in several of the following technologies: Routers, switches and remote access servers, preferably Juniper & Cisco

Network and routing protocols: EIGRP, OSPF, BGP , MPLS , MPLS-VPNs, QOS, Traffic Eng. etc.

Network security (IOS access lists, VPN Concentrators, Access Servers , PIX, IPS, CheckPoint FW-1, IP Sec etc.)

Application protocols, network and performance monitoring.

In dept knowledge of protocols (HTTP(S), SOAP, IPSEC, DNS(SEC), Radius, Diameter, TCP/IP, MPLS, MSPTP

Fortinet firewall knowledge is a plus

English language skills (good verbal and written)

Strong customer communication and incident coordination skills.

Willingness to perform 24x7 support via on-call up to 2 times a month

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Flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance
A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
Medical insurance plan and annual reimbursements for dental, eyeglasses, or lenses
Sports, wellness, and culture reimbursements, including monthly support for activities, kindergarten, and after-school expenses
Ticket Restaurant e-card and transportation allowance for daily convenience
Generous referral bonus for referring qualified candidates
24+ paid vacation days and three annual bonuses (Performance, Christmas, and Easter)
Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
Opportunities to engage with Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs), as well as access to mentors, coaches, and Employee Growth Solutions
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