Network And Security Architect

As a highly experienced Network & Security Architect, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-wide network and security infrastructure across hybrid on-premises and cloud environments. Your role will involve expertise in routing, switching, security, firewall technologies, and unified communications. **Key Responsibilities:** - **Network Architecture & Design:** LAN, WAN, WLAN, Data Center, SDN, NFV, Cisco SD-WAN, Aruba networking. - **Security Architecture:** NGFW, WAF, IDS/IPS, VPN, ZTNA, segmentation, incident response. - **Cloud Network Integration:** AWS, Azure, GCP VPC, VNets, inter-cloud connectivity, CASB, workload protection. - **Unified Communications & VoIP:** Cisco CUCM, UCCX, Microsoft Teams, Webex, SIP trunking, SBCs. - **Leadership:** Lead large-scale projects, mentor junior engineers, vendor management, drive automation initiatives. **Required Technical Skills:** - **Routing & Switching:** Cisco (IOS, NX-OS, Catalyst, Nexus), BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VXLAN, EVPN. - **Aruba:** CX series, VSF/VSX, ClearPass, Aruba Central, Silver Peak/EdgeConnect. - **Security:** Cisco ASA/Firepower, Palo Alto, Fortinet, IDS/IPS, DDoS protection, Panorama/FMC. - **VoIP & UC:** CUCM, CUBE, ISR gateways, Teams Phone integration, contact center solutions. - **Cloud Networking:** AWS Direct Connect/Transit Gateway, Azure ExpressRoute/Firewall, GCP Interconnect/Cloud Armor. - **Automation:** Python, Ansible, Cisco DNA Center, Aruba Central. **Professional Qualifications:** - **Must-have Certifications:** CCIE (R&S / Security / Collaboration), CISSP / CISM, ACMX / ACDX (Aruba). - **Preferred:** AWS Advanced Networking / Azure Network Engineer, PCNSE, Fortinet NSE, VMware VCP-NV, Cisco DevNet. - **Education:** Bachelors in CS/IT/Electrical (Masters preferred). **Required Experience:** - 15+ years enterprise networking (large scale, 5,000+ users). - 10+ years Cisco routing & switching. - 8+ years network security design & implementation. - 7+ years VoIP & UC experience. - 5+ years Aruba & cloud networking experience. **Key Competencies:** - Technical leadership & mentoring. - Vendor & stakeholder management. - Root cause analysis, capacity planning & risk mitigation. - Strong communication, documentation & presentation skills. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your CV to seenas@theknowledgeartisans.com.,