About the Position

Network Administrator

EmbedIT, the Vietnamese engineering arm of a Czech fintech group (PPF Group), is building and operating systems for financial services, data platforms, mobile applications, and core banking. We are seeking an active and analytical Network Administrator to manage, maintain, and secure our enterprise network infrastructure. You will be responsible for the daily operations of our LAN, WAN, wireless, and security appliances (firewalls). In this role, you will collaborate with our cloud, system administration, and security operations teams to ensure maximum network performance and security.

You will run and secure the enterprise network behind large-scale financial platforms used by 140M+ users across Europe and Asia, keeping a secure, ultra-fast, 100% resilient backbone online across our offices and data centers. You will work hands-on with a Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, and F5 stack, collaborating daily with our cloud, systems administration, and security operations teams in Saigon and across Europe.

Responsibilities

Configure, update, and troubleshoot enterprise switches and routers across offices and data centers (Cisco Catalyst/Nexus, Juniper, Arista).
Manage firewall rules, IPsec VPN tunnels, and access control policies (Fortinet FortiGate, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA).
Configure and manage load balancing, SSL offloading, and application availability (F5 BIG-IP, HAProxy).
Monitor bandwidth, latency, and network health, and respond proactively to alerts (SolarWinds, PRTG, Prometheus/Grafana).
Diagnose complex network issues with packet analyzers (Wireshark).
Automate routine configuration changes and device backups (Python, Ansible, NetBox).
Collaborate with cloud, systems administration, and security operations teams to maximize network performance and security.

Requirements

2+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network administration.
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, Spanning Tree (STP), and routing protocols (OSPF, BGP).
Hands-on experience configuring IPsec VPNs, NAT, and firewall policies on Fortinet or Palo Alto.
Proficient with packet analyzers (Wireshark) to diagnose complex network issues.
Good English (B2) for daily collaboration with global teams; calm under pressure and highly structured.
Cisco CCNA or CCNP Enterprise strongly preferred; Fortinet NSE 4/NSE 5 or Palo Alto PCNSA a plus.

Nice to Have

Financial-grade or service provider network experience.
SDN or SD-WAN.
Network Access Control (Cisco ISE).
Public cloud networking (AWS VPC, Azure ExpressRoute).
Basic Python scripting for automation.

We Offer

Join a 500+ global engineering community working across 8 time zones.
Work in a truly international environment, collaborating with teams across Czech Republic and APAC.
Hybrid and flexible working setup that supports work-life balance.
Competitive compensation package including base salary, allowances, 13th-month salary, and performance bonuses.
Premium healthcare insurance, 24/7 accident coverage, and annual health checkups.
Extra perks including meal allowance, phone allowance, company laptop, and parking support.

About the Company

Our company is a dynamic fusion of innovation, skill, and vision, dedicated to transforming industries through technology. In this landscape, your unique talents and perspective are the keys to our collective success, contributing to groundbreaking solutions and strategies. Here, you're not just a part of the team; you're a vital contributor to a journey of continuous improvement and exceptional results. Join us, and let's shape the future together, where your growth is an integral part of our shared story.

Our Benefits

5 weeks of paid holiday per year.
Up to 5 days of personal time off for personal illness or illness of immediate family member.
EmbedIT pays 55% of what you spend on meals at any of our office locations.
Core working hours are from 9:00 to 15:00 daily, but flexible start and end times are allowed. Hybrid setup includes the option of working from home.
Pension insurance allowance of CZK 2,000 per month.
Access to premium healthcare or a 500 CZK monthly allowance for health activities and relaxation.
Recharge: one extra month of leave for every five years worked.
Savings on various vendors through our discount programs.
Professional growth support through skill development, hands-on experience, and participation in exciting projects.
Annual all-staff parties, fun teambuildings, sport events, and Fail Forward sessions.

Our Hiring Process

Expect a concise hiring process focused on evaluating your fit through an application review, a skills interview, and a culture fit discussion. Our goal is to ensure clarity and feedback throughout.

Here’s what you can expect

Application

Start by submitting your application through our online portal. Make sure to showcase your skills, experiences, and enthusiasm for the position.
Screening

Our recruitment team will carefully review your application to assess your qualifications and alignment with the role. If you meet the criteria, we will reach out to schedule an initial screening call or interview.
Interviews

During the interview stage, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your capabilities and learn more about EmbedIT’s culture and expectations. Depending on the position, you may participate in multiple rounds of interviews with various team members and stakeholders.
Assessments

For certain roles, we may conduct assessments or technical tests to evaluate your skills and suitability for the position. The assessments help us ensure a good fit between your abilities and the requirements of the role.
Offer

If you successfully complete the interview and assessment stages, we’ll extend a job offer to you. This offer will include details about compensation, benefits, and other pertinent information.
Onboarding

Once you accept our offer, we’ll guide you through our onboarding process which includes orientation sessions, training, introductions to your team and key stakeholders, and assigning you a “buddy” to help get you settled. We want to ensure that you feel welcome and prepared as you begin your journey at EmbedIT.

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