Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Network Monitoring Specialist to assist our IT team with configuring, optimizing, and maintaining our Zabbix-based monitoring platform. This contract role focuses heavily on implementing and managing SNMP-based monitoring, ensuring our systems are fully visible, reliable, and proactively monitored.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Zabbix and a strong understanding of SNMP protocols, network infrastructure, and alerting best practices.
Key Responsibilities :
- Configure, maintain, and enhance the Zabbix monitoring platform to meet organizational needs.
- Develop and fine-tune SNMP monitoring across network devices, servers, and applications.
- Add, modify, and maintain monitored hosts, items, triggers, and templates in Zabbix.
- Ensure monitoring data accuracy, platform stability, and reliable alert delivery.
- Collaborate with IT and Infrastructure teams to identify monitoring requirements and deploy effective solutions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to SNMP polling, traps, and Zabbix agent configurations.
- Create clear documentation for monitoring configurations, alerting logic, and escalation workflows.
- Provide insights and reporting on system performance and uptime trends.
Required Skills & Qualifications :
Proven experience configuring and managing Zabbix monitoring environments.Strong knowledge of SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) including setup, polling, traps, and MIB / OID management.Solid understanding of network fundamentals and protocols (TCP / IP, ICMP, DNS, etc.).Experience administering Linux / Unix systems. Scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python) for automation and data extraction.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.Ability to work independently, managing competing priorities and timelines