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Role Summary This role involves supporting the comprehensive network engineering, security, and cybersecurity functions within a carrier environment. The position requires a technically proficient engineer capable of managing day-to-day network operations, implementing and troubleshooting network infrastructure, and advancing security protocols. The candidate will work within a hybrid setting, balancing on-site and remote responsibilities, and will contribute to various projects and initiatives to maintain a resilient and secure network. Responsibilities Provision, test, and support carrier Ethernet and IP/MPLS services, including circuit turn-up, changes, and outage resolution. Support and troubleshoot Ciena-based transport and packet platforms across the network. Collaborate with the Network Operations Center (NOC) on escalations, root cause analysis, and service restoration, prioritizing customer experience. Maintain comprehensive network documentation, diagrams, and IP address management. Administer firewalls, ACLs, VPNs, and network segmentation to secure carrier and internal networks. Harden network elements through AAA configuration, role-based access controls, and secure management practices. Conduct vulnerability scans, patching, and lifecycle management of network infrastructure. Implement routing security measures including prefix filtering and RPKI; support DDoS mitigation strategies. Monitor security events with SIEM tools, triage incidents, and participate in response activities such as containment and remediation. Perform security assessments, ensure compliance with frameworks like NIST CSF, and support security policies and awareness initiatives. Administer Linux servers supporting network tools, virtualization, and identity management systems. Develop automation scripts using Python, Bash, Ansible, and APIs; utilize version control for scripts and configurations. Lead or support cross-functional projects involving network upgrades, migrations, security enhancements, and vendor evaluations. Qualifications Minimum of 3+ years (Engineer II) or 5+ years (Engineer III) of hands-on network engineering experience. Strong understanding of routing and switching protocols: BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS/SR-MPLS, carrier Ethernet. Experience administering firewalls, VPNs, and network access controls. Knowledge of cybersecurity operations including log analysis, vulnerability management, and incident response. Linux administration experience with distributions such as RHEL, Rocky, Debian, or Ubuntu. Ability to build and maintain automation scripts in Python and/or Bash, working with APIs. Excellent troubleshooting skills, documentation habits, and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly. Willingness to participate in a 24×7 on-call rotation supporting a carrier network. Relevant certifications or progress towards certifications such as CCNP, Security+, CySA+, RHCSA, JNCIS, or CISSP is preferred. Experience with vendor-specific platforms like Ciena (5170, 5164, 8114) and SR-MPLS deployments is a plus. Carrier or service provider experience, especially in rural broadband or ILEC environments, is advantageous. Publishing Pay Range: $45.00 – $50.00 hourly This position offers a hybrid schedule, with time split between the office and remote work.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.