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Network Engineer jobs in Gurgaon

Sets up, monitors and troubleshoots an organisation's network: routers, switches, firewalls, Wi-Fi, WAN links and VPNs. Works with system administrators, security teams, ISPs and vendors, often in a NOC or on client sites.

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Network Engineers in India typically earn ₹2.5L–₹4.5L a year starting out and ₹10L–₹20L+ with 7+ years. Employers mostly ask for Routing and switching, TCP/IP and subnetting and Firewall configuration.

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  • Network Security Engineer II - Immediate joiner

    Rackspace · Gurugram, Haryana

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  • Network Security Engineer II - Immediate joiner

    Rackspace India Private Limited · Gurgaon

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  • Network Engineer L1

    Xceedance · Gurugram, Haryana

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What does a Network Engineer do?

Sets up, monitors and troubleshoots an organisation's network: routers, switches, firewalls, Wi-Fi, WAN links and VPNs. Works with system administrators, security teams, ISPs and vendors, often in a NOC or on client sites.

A typical day: You start by checking the monitoring console for link drops or high utilisation and reviewing open tickets. During the day you configure switches and firewall rules, troubleshoot slow connections at branches and coordinate with ISPs on circuit issues. Changes usually go into a planned maintenance window late at night or on weekends.

How people get in: Diploma or B.Tech/B.E. in ECE, CS or IT, or B.Sc IT, typically with a CCNA certification.

How much does a Network Engineer earn in India?

ExperienceTypical annual CTC
Entry (0–2 years)₹2.5L–₹4.5L
Mid (3–6 years)₹5L–₹10L
Senior (7+ years)₹10L–₹20L+

L1 NOC roles at services vendors pay at the bottom; CCNP/CCIE, firewall and SD-WAN skills, and roles at OEMs or banks pay more.

India-wide estimates from public salary data (AmbitionBox), checked October 2026. Pay in Gurgaon can differ; check the salary on each listing.

Which skills and tools do employers ask for?

Skills

  • Routing and switching (OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP)
  • TCP/IP and subnetting
  • Firewall configuration (Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA)
  • VPN and SD-WAN
  • Wireless LAN setup
  • Network monitoring and troubleshooting
  • Change management and documentation
  • Basic network automation (Python, Ansible)

Tools

  • Cisco IOS devices
  • FortiGate firewalls
  • Wireshark
  • SolarWinds / PRTG
  • Cisco Packet Tracer / GNS3

Certifications that help

  • Cisco CCNA
  • Cisco CCNP Enterprise
  • Fortinet NSE 4
  • Juniper JNCIA-Junos

Who hires Network Engineers?

Organisations that regularly hire for this role in India. Openings in Gurgaon vary, so check the listings above.

  • HCLTech
  • TCS
  • Wipro
  • Infosys
  • Bharti Airtel
  • Reliance Jio
  • Tata Communications
  • Cisco
  • Sify Technologies
  • NTT DATA

How to write a Network Engineer resume that gets shortlisted

  1. 1

    Show the size of the network you manage.

    ExampleManaged 120 sites, 600 switches and 40 FortiGate firewalls for a retail chain with 99.9% uptime.

  2. 2

    Show migrations or upgrades.

    ExampleMigrated 45 branches from MPLS to SD-WAN, cutting WAN costs 35% without service outages.

  3. 3

    Show faster troubleshooting or automation.

    ExampleAutomated config backups for 400 devices with Ansible, cutting restore time after failures from hours to 10 minutes.

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Common Network Engineer interview questions

Explain the difference between OSPF and BGP.

OSPF is a link-state IGP inside one network; BGP is a path-vector protocol between networks. Mention where each is used.

A branch office reports slow connectivity. How do you troubleshoot?

Check interface errors, bandwidth use, latency and packet loss, routing, and ISP link status, layer by layer.

Subnet 192.168.10.0/26: how many hosts, and what are the ranges?

Answer quickly: 62 usable hosts per subnet, four subnets; show the working.

What is the difference between a stateful and stateless firewall?

Stateful tracks sessions and allows return traffic; stateless checks each packet against rules.

Network Engineer career path

  1. NOC Engineer L1
  2. Network Engineer L2
  3. Senior Network Engineer L3
  4. Network Lead / Architect
  5. IT Infrastructure Manager

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How much does a Network Engineer earn in India?

Typical annual pay is ₹2.5L–₹4.5L at entry level (0–2 years), ₹5L–₹10L at mid level (3–6 years) and ₹10L–₹20L+ for senior roles (7+ years). L1 NOC roles at services vendors pay at the bottom; CCNP/CCIE, firewall and SD-WAN skills, and roles at OEMs or banks pay more.

What qualifications do you need to become a Network Engineer?

Diploma or B.Tech/B.E. in ECE, CS or IT, or B.Sc IT, typically with a CCNA certification.

Which skills do employers look for in a Network Engineer?

Most job descriptions ask for Routing and switching, TCP/IP and subnetting, Firewall configuration, VPN and SD-WAN and Wireless LAN setup. Common tools include Cisco IOS devices, FortiGate firewalls, Wireshark and SolarWinds / PRTG.

What is the career path for a Network Engineer?

A common progression is NOC Engineer L1 → Network Engineer L2 → Senior Network Engineer L3 → Network Lead / Architect → IT Infrastructure Manager.

How do I find Network Engineer jobs in Gurgaon?

Search current Network Engineer openings in Gurgaon on job boards and company career pages, and tailor your resume to each job description: lead with the skills it lists and show results with numbers. Pay for Network Engineer roles in India typically ranges ₹2.5L–₹20L+ a year depending on experience.

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