Nenior Network Engineer (Data Center & Migration)
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Summary
Senior network engineer on a renewable 6-month contract in Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, executing data-center migration for a telecom/ICT provider: installing and configuring firewalls and switches, L2/L3 routing and VLANs, firmware updates, and acceptance testing, with on-site and on-call support. Requires 5+ years' networking experience and CCIE/CCNP/HCIE-level certs.
Client Description
Company Description:
A premier telecommunications service provider and leading ICT enterprise in Hong Kong, specializing in enterprise networking, cloud solutions, and digital infrastructure services.
Location: Tseung Kwan O
Nature: Renewable Contract (6 months)
Job Description- Execute network deployments, including the installation and configuration of firewalls and switches, strictly following approved implementation plans.
- Manage the migration of the current environment to the new data center facility while minimizing service disruption.
- Perform Layer 2 and Layer 3 network configurations, encompassing routing protocols, VLAN setups, and firewall policy implementations.
- Apply firmware updates and software bug fixes in full compliance with corporate security standards.
- Conduct system integration activities and perform acceptance testing to validate network performance and security readiness.
- Maintain complete operational records, including implementation reports, change logs, test outcomes, and weekly progress updates.
- Provide on-site technical assistance during production rollouts, post-implementation stabilization, and weekend or off-hour support when required.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams and external vendors while adhering to strict IT governance and security protocols.
- Hold a university degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Possess a minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in network deployment, troubleshooting, and operational support, ideally within the banking or financial sectors.
- Demonstrate in-depth technical knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing and switching, SDN, multicast, Wi‑Fi, DDI, and network security technologies.
- Hold professional network certifications such as CCIE, CCNP, HCIE, or vendor‑specific security credentials.
- Display familiarity with network management systems, network automation scripting, and risk management or audit processes.
- Exhibit strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills to work independently and effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
- Fluent in English and Cantonese, with proficiency in Mandarin considered a distinct advantage.
- Flexible to work weekends and provide 24/7 on‑call standby support based on project requirements.