Network Architect- Enterprise

Job Description

Department: IT Title: Network Architect (Minimum 10 Yrs. EXP) Location: Gurgaon Status: Regular, Full-Time Travel: Across the Globe for Project and Business meetings POSITION SUMMARY: We are looking for an experienced Network Architect with Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA) expertise to design, implement, deploy, troubleshoot and optimize next-generation network infrastructures. The ideal candidate will lead strategic network transformation projects, ensuring high availability, security, and automation using Cisco SDA, DNA Center, Wireless and ISE technologies. Key Roles & Responsibilities: In this position, you will be required to: Architect, design, and deploy Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA) solutions. Define network strategies, roadmaps, and high-level architectures aligned with business objectives. Led the implementation of Cisco DNA Center for network automation, assurance, and optimisation. Integrate Cisco ISE for policy-based security enforcement and network segmentation. Ensure compliance with Zero Trust principles and micro-segmentation strategies. Oversee network operations, troubleshooting, and optimization of SDA environments. Develop and maintain technical documentation, including HLDs, LLDs, and operational guidelines. Collaborate with security, cloud, and infrastructure teams to design integrated solutions. Evaluate emerging network technologies and recommend best practices for implementation. Provide mentorship and training to junior network engineers and architects. Engage with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable network solutions. Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) and ACI expertise will be an advantage. Education/Experience: Bachelors or Masters in IT, or a related field. 10+ years of experience in network engineering and architecture, with a focus on Cisco SDA. Expert knowledge of Cisco DNA Center, ISE, Wireless and SD-Access technologies. Strong understanding of enterprise networking, automation, and security best practices.