PJob Title - Network System Engineer /ppLocation - Milan, Italy /ppExperience - 8-10 years /ppThe candidate should be fluent Italian speaking, reading, writing /pulliSwitching (L2/L3): Configure and troubleshoot VLANs, trunks, inter-VLAN routing, and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). Implement link aggregation technologies like EtherChannel or Port Channel to enhance network resilience and bandwidth. /liliSwitch Management: Perform firmware and operating system upgrades on switches in a live production environment with minimal disruption. /liliHardware Replacement: Execute seamless replacement of failed network equipment, including switches, by restoring configurations and ensuring swift network restoration to avoid major downtime. /liliFirewall Administration: Manage enterprise-grade firewalls (e.g., Cisco ASA, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Checkpoint). This includes configuring and maintaining firewall policies, Network Address Translation (NAT/PAT), and various VPN configurations (site-to-site, remote access). /liliProject Management: Plan and execute network projects, such as hardware refreshes, firewall migrations, and datacenter moves. /liliDocumentation: Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including High-Level Designs (HLD), Low-Level Designs (LLD), and detailed network diagrams using tools like MS Visio or SolarWinds Topology Mapper. /li /ulpQualifications /pulliExperience: Proven experience in configuring and troubleshooting L2/L3 switching protocols, including STP and EtherChannel/Port Channel. /liliTechnical Skills: Proficient in managing and upgrading network equipment. /liliProblem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to quickly and effectively replace failed network devices and restore services. /liliFirewall Expertise: Hands-on experience with enterprise firewalls and their associated technologies (NAT/PAT, VPNs). /liliProject Skills: Experience in planning and leading network infrastructure projects. /liliDocumentation Skills: Ability to create clear and detailed technical documentation. /li /ul