Network Monitoring Specialist (Contract)

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