• Advanced knowledge of network architecture design, implementation and support
• Practical experience in deploying network and security equipment, such as Cisco routers, switches, wireless infrastructure, firewalls and load balancers
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IP multicast, QoS, VPC, Spanning tree, ULL technology with strong deployment and troubleshooting experience
• Proficiency in managing Checkpoint, Fortinet firewalls and F5 LTM.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting/analysis tools, such as Solarwinds, NetscoutInfiniStream, WireShark, NetFluke, ServOne  etc.
• Familiarity with Market access, stock exchange connectivity and exchange colocation setup across Asia Pacific (including Tokyo/Hong Kong/Sydney)
• Ability to utilize network knowledge and experience to improve network infrastructure performance
• Working knowledge of ITIL framework
• Proficiency in handling complex IT-related projects: from writing a proposal, initiating, & planning projects, to executing, monitoring/controlling projects, until and including project closure.
• Good team and relationship builder with excellent communication skills at all levels
• Excellent document skills and organisational skills

Experience and Qualifications required

• Holder of CCNP is the minimum requirement
• 5+ years of experience in Network services, with minimum 2 years in finance industry
• Expertise in connectivity and HFT (high frequency trading) network infrastructure design, implementation and support (CCIE is a strong ‘plus’)
• Expertise in Firewall implementation and support (Fortigate firewall certification is a strong “plus”)
• Client-oriented, strong communication and organization skills
• Expertise in PMI methodology
• Self-starter
• Ability to work under pressure and delivery the project on time.
• Fluency in English