Experienced Infrastructure Engineer for Global Network Infrastructure Support - Remote Opportunity in Navi Mumbai

Join Morningstar India as an Infrastructure Engineer and Drive Success in Global IT Infrastructure Support

Morningstar India is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Infrastructure Engineer to join our team in Navi Mumbai. As a key member of our IT infrastructure team, you will play a critical role in supporting our global network infrastructure, including Wireless LAN and Wired LAN, WAN, and Datacenter Networks. If you have a passion for delivering high-quality operational output and thrive on new technical challenges, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

About Morningstar and the Role

Morningstar is a leading provider of investment research and analysis, and our IT infrastructure team is responsible for supporting our global operations. As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will be part of our second-line IT infrastructure support team based in Mumbai, working closely with our global teams in Chicago, London, and Shenzhen. You will be responsible for handling incidents and service requests escalated from our monitoring, service desk, and desktop support groups, as well as working on the transition of second-line support processes and functions to our new team in Mumbai.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, support, and administer Morningstar's global WAN, Wired, and Wireless LAN of corporate offices and datacenter networks
• Implement firewall ACL changes and URL filtering using Cisco Umbrella Cloud-based application
• Respond to incidents and alerts escalated by Morningstar's NOC or automated alerting
• Manage and maintain the operational integrity of our systems
• Prepare and maintain standard operating procedure documents
• Implement firewall policies on Cisco ASA, FTD, and Palo Alto firewall
• Troubleshoot issues related to WAN and coordinate with SD-WAN vendor
• Perform routine maintenance of network devices, including routers, switches, and firewalls, following device lifecycle management
• Follow change, problem, and incident management processes
• Prepare and analyze WAN and Internet link bandwidth utilization reports
• Perform routine WAN and Internet link failover testing

Essential Qualifications and Skills

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electronics and Telecommunications, Computer Science, or Information Technology, or any equivalent field with strong academic credentials
• At least 3-5 years of experience in a networking-focused second-line support role
• Good English communication and presentation skills (written and verbal)
• An ability to demonstrate a focus on attention to detail and high-quality results
• Knowledge of ServiceNow and Jira ticketing systems
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and concepts
• Experience with Cisco Catalyst and Data center switches, routers, and firewalls, hands-on Cisco IOS and NX-OS network operating systems, and knowledge of routing protocols like EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Firewall and Panorama Firewall Management
• Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or higher-level certification

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

To stand out from the competition, you should have:

• ITIL Foundation certification
• CCNA or CCNP Wireless certification
• Palo Alto certification
• Experience with Cisco ISE, Cisco ACI, Cisco DNAC, and Cisco Umbrella
• Knowledge of AWS and Azure Cloud Networking

Must-Have Experience

• Cisco Routing and Switching - Expert, 3-5 years
• Cisco Firewall - ASA and FTD/FMC - Intermediate, 2-3 years
• Palo Alto Firewall - Intermediate, 2-3 years
• Cisco Wireless - Intermediate, 1-2 years
• English verbal and written communication - Intermediate, 3-5 years

Good-to-Have Experience

• Cisco ISE - Intermediate, 1-2 years
• Cisco ACI - Intermediate, 1-2 years
• Cisco DNAC - Intermediate, 1-2 years
• Cisco Umbrella - Intermediate, 1-2 years
• AWS and Azure Cloud Networking - Intermediate, 1-2 years

What We Offer

At Morningstar, we offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits to enhance flexibility as needs change. Our hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to work remotely and collaborate in-person each week. You'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues, and you'll be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about delivering high-quality operational output.

Why Join Morningstar?

Morningstar is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating a work environment that is inclusive and respectful, where everyone can thrive and grow. As an Infrastructure Engineer at Morningstar, you'll have the opportunity to work on complex and challenging projects, develop your skills and expertise, and advance your career.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Morningstar, we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their careers. As an Infrastructure Engineer, you'll have access to training and development opportunities, including certification programs and mentorship. You'll also have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, including network infrastructure support, cloud networking, and cybersecurity.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Our hybrid work environment gives you the flexibility to work remotely and collaborate in-person each week. We're committed to creating a work environment that is inclusive and respectful, where everyone can thrive and grow. Our company culture is built on a foundation of innovation, teamwork, and customer focus.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits to enhance flexibility as needs change. Our benefits include a hybrid work environment, training and development opportunities, and access to a range of tools and resources.

Are You the One We're Looking For?

If you believe you have what it takes to succeed as an Infrastructure Engineer at Morningstar, we encourage you to apply. We're looking for talented and motivated individuals who are passionate about delivering high-quality operational output and thrive on new technical challenges.

Don't miss this opportunity to join our team and drive success in global IT infrastructure support. Apply now!