Senior Network Engineer

Overview:

The role is responsible for managing and supporting the operations of Global Network Engineering in a hybrid/cloud environment and provides senior-level expertise to the network engineering team. We're looking for an expert in on-premises networking, cloud infrastructure networking (Azure/AWS), and telecommunications (VOIP) in global environments, with knowledge and focus on zero-trust networking methodologies. This position requires off-hours on-call availability. 

This is a remote position with a 3 PM - 12 AM Shift. Candidates may need to visit the Mumbai office as and when needed in the general shift.

What You'll Do:

• Manage physical network management and support covering Guidepoint offices, including, but not limited to, firewalls, routers, switches, etc.
• Responsible for managing the Enterprise WiFi Operations
• ZScaler Network management
• Monitor global traffic latency, issues, and application performance
• Update and design next-generation network models
• Network detection and response
• Intrusion detection and prevention technologies
• Azure Cloud Traffic integrating with On-prem traffic
• Azure Web Security
• CASB models and methodologies

What You Have:

• 8+ years of experience with core networking in an enterprise environment, ideally global network design and security methodologies.
• 5+ years of working experience with advanced Azure cloud networking technologies.
• Must have substantial experience with managing WiFi Operations.
• CCNP Certified or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of hands-on experience, preferably with Sonic-wall/Netgear.
• Solid engineering knowledge of routing, switching (VLANs), Azure networking, firewalls, and traffic management.
• Update network security based on VNETs and Subnets, with traffic monitoring, etc.
• Knowledgeable in Azure Application Gateways, Front Door, and other security tools.

Nice to have:

• Must know telecommunication technologies (VOIP, SIP Trunking, Microsoft Teams)
• Network security experience (vulnerability management and penetration testing skills)
• Optimize application traffic in high-latency environments like China, etc.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Employee medical coverage
• Central office location
• Entrepreneurial environment, autonomy, and fast decisions
• Casual work environment

About Guidepoint:

Guidepoint powers end-to-end research workflows for the world’s best research teams.

Backed by a global network of more than 2 million experts and over 1,600 employees, Guidepoint delivers real-time access to expertise, primary research, and actionable knowledge that help organizations make informed decisions. Through consultations, surveys, events, proprietary content, and AI-enabled tools, we support every stage of the decision-making process—from developing hypotheses and gathering insights to validating assumptions and building conviction for critical decisions.

At Guidepoint, our success relies on the diversity of our employees, experts, and clients, which enables us to foster meaningful connections and a broad range of perspectives. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences can contribute and succeed.

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