Network Architect

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Architect to design, implement, and maintain robust IT infra, network and security with a focus on cisco network and firewall platforms. The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in LAN, WAN, wireless, load-balancer, Firewalls, Meraki, DNAC and IPAM, and must be capable of developing high-availability, scalable network solutions aligned with business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

· Design, implement, and manage enterprise networking components like IP network subnets, LAN/WAN/Wireless, firewalls, load balancers, Meraki and VPN gateways

· Deploy, managing and monitor network resources through global Infrastructure

· Plan and execute data center & office network migrations, deployments and optimizations to enhance performance and scalability.

· Develop and implement solutions for complex network challenges in enterprise environments

· Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure network security, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance.

· Document network configurations, policies, and best practices for internal teams and stakeholders.

· Troubleshoot complex network issues and provide timely resolution.

· Ensure network security and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards

· Perform capacity planning, performance tuning, and proactive monitoring of IT network and security environments.

· Develop strategies for network devices backup, recovery, and failover mechanisms to ensure business continuity.

· Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to provide network and security solutions for business.

· Define and maintain network standards HDLD / LLD design documentation, and procedures.

· Deep knowledge on service-now ticking system, this includes P1/P2 incident resolution and change management process.

· Evaluate the network technologies with automation tools and templates to improve efficiency and performance.

· Work as a team, share the knowledge and train to junior team members

Required Skills & Qualifications:

· Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.

· 8+ years of hands-on experience in network architecture

· Experience in implementing and supporting enterprise network technologies, including SDWAN, BGP,wireless network solutions, Cisco IP VPN, F5 Load Balancer and Meraki

· Hands -on experience on Nexus switches – configuration, troubleshooting and upgradation.

· Detailed understand and provide the solutions of advanced network security topics, such as cisco firewall (ASA, FTD and FMC)

· Strong knowledge on F5 load balancer to provide the solutions and troubleshooting.

· Good knowledge of DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, NTP, RADIUS and TACACS

· Strong exposure troubleshooting skills on Wireshark and packet analyzer.

· Experience on cisco DNAC solutions with edge and boarder layer

· Experience on design and solution in high availability, disaster recovery, and failover planning.

· Strong understanding of the enterprise and DMZ network traffic management.

· Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

· Good knowledge of HDLD/ LLD documentation preparation.

· Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

· Highly organized and have clear, concise communication skills

· Ability to function in a Global organization with a flexible and dynamic team environment

Preferred Qualifications/Certification:

· Cisco certification CCNP equivalent switching and routing

· Cisco CCNA and CCNP-security certification

· Advantages with cloud-based network (AWS and Azure) certification

· Exposure to network automation tools and scripting

· Advantage adding the ITIL certification