JOB SUMMARY:

We are looking for a highly experienced Network Architect with 10+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and securing complex enterprise networks. The ideal candidate must have strong expertise in network security, cloud networking, and enterprise infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability of network environments.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field.
Cisco CCNP/CCIE (Enterprise, Security, or Data Center) Preferred
Fortinet NSE4/NSE7 Advantageous
Palo Alto PCNSE Advantageous
AWS or Azure Networking Certifications (e.g., AWS Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate)

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Expert-level experience with enterprise firewall platforms and security policies.
Strong expertise in network protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VXLAN, MPLS, SD-WAN).
Experience with Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Aruba network solutions.
Hands-on knowledge of Layer 2/3 switching, VLANs, STP, and redundancy protocols (HSRP, VRRP, GLBP).
Proficiency in network security solutions (NGFW, IPS/IDS, SIEM, NAC, DDoS protection).
Deep understanding of cloud networking (VPC, VNET Peering, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute).
Scripting and automation skills in Python, Ansible, Terraform, or PowerShell.

SOFT SKILLS:

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to lead teams, mentor engineers, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Self-motivated with a passion for cybersecurity, network engineering, and automation