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POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking an experienced Network Architect with expertise in Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), Software-Defined Access (SDA), and Data Center networking technologies. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and optimise scalable, secure, and automated network solutions for enterprise and data centre environments. Key Roles & Responsibilities: In this position, you will be required to: ü Architect and design Cisco ACI-based data center network solutions, ensuring scalability and automation. ü Implement and optimize Cisco SDA for campus networking with DNA Center and ISE. ü Define high-level network strategies, roadmaps, and architectures aligned with business objectives. ü Lead data center network transformations, ensuring high availability and security. ü Deploy and configure Cisco Nexus switches, UCS, and Hyper converged infrastructure for data center environments. ü Integrate and manage Cisco DNA Center for automation, policy enforcement, and assurance. ü Implement Zero Trust principles and micro-segmentation strategies across ACI and SDA networks. ü Collaborate with security, cloud, and infrastructure teams to develop integrated solutions. ü Evaluate emerging network technologies and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. ü Develop and maintain technical documentation, including HLDs, LLDs, and operational guidelines. ü Troubleshoot complex network issues and provide expert-level support to operational teams. ü Provide mentorship and training to junior engineers and network teams. Education/Experience: § Bachelor’s or Master’s in IT, or a related field. § 10+ years of experience in network engineering and architecture, with expertise in Cisco ACI, SDA, and Data Center technologies. § Deep knowledge of Cisco ACI, APIC controllers, and multi-site fabric architectures. Show more Show less
