Manager - Network Administration

Job Summary: This is an urgent requirement

We are hiring a seasoned Manager – Network Administration (Level 3) responsible for designing, managing, and securing enterprise-wide network infrastructure. This role covers multiple geographic locations including cloud, local Head Office data centers, and disaster recovery sites. The ideal candidate will have deep hands-on experience with enterprise-grade firewalls, switches, routers, and wireless technologies with a focus on performance, scalability, and high availability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Network Infrastructure Management

• Design, deploy, and manage LAN/WAN networks across head office, branches, and DR sites using Cisco routers and switches.
• Ensure network availability, redundancy, and performance monitoring using NMS tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, etc.).
• Configure and maintain UniFi and Cisco wireless solutions across office locations for secure and seamless Wi-Fi access.

2. Firewall and Perimeter Security

• Configure and manage SonicWALL and Palo Alto firewalls, ensuring optimal ruleset management, threat prevention, and VPN configurations.
• Implement site-to-site VPNs and SSL VPNs for secure remote access.
• Regularly audit firewall logs and policies to ensure compliance with internal security controls.

3. Cloud Networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)

• Configure VPC, routing, and firewall rules for hybrid cloud environments.
• Maintain secure connectivity between cloud workloads and on-prem infrastructure using VPN/Direct Connect.
• Monitor cloud network traffic for cost optimization and anomaly detection.

4. Data Center (DC) & Disaster Recovery (DR)

• Oversee the network architecture and configuration for on-premises Head Office DC and DR locations.
• Participate in DR drills and ensure seamless network failover and data replication readiness.
• Maintain runbooks and network topology documentation for DC/DR.

5. Security & Compliance

• Implement and enforce network access controls, segmentation, and patch management aligned with ISO 27001 and PCI DSS.
• Collaborate with the Information Security Team for regular vulnerability assessments and remediation planning.

6. Leadership & Vendor Management

• Lead and mentor Level 1 and 2 network engineers across locations.
• Manage ISP and OEM relationships for hardware/software renewals, AMC, and SLA compliance.
• Evaluate new networking tools and technologies to improve efficiency and resilience.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or IT.
• 7–10 years of relevant experience with at least 2 years in a leadership/managerial capacity.
• Certifications like CCNP or CCNA is preferred.
• Strong hands-on expertise with:
• Cisco routers and switches
• Palo Alto and SonicWALL firewalls
• UniFi and Cisco wireless systems
• Cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Key Skills:

• Multi-site network administration
• Firewall and VPN security management
• Cloud and hybrid network design
• Wireless infrastructure (UniFi/Cisco)
• DC-DR planning and failover testing
• Network performance monitoring and troubleshooting
• Team and vendor management

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to ₹1,000,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• How many Years of relevant experience you have in managing the Firewalls.
• How many Years of relevant experience you have in managing the Cisco Router & Switches?
• How many Years of relevant experience you have in managing the Cloud Network?
• How many Years of relevant experience you have in managing the Wifi network.

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 10/07/2025
Expected Start Date: 01/07/2025