Network Deployment Architect

Key Responsibilities:

1. Network Architecture & Design

• Design end-to-end wireless LAN (WLAN) and SD-WAN architectures for multi-site or large-scale environments.
  
  


• Develop high-availability, secure, and scalable network topologies supporting mobility, IoT, and cloud applications.
  
  


• Integrate WiFi and SD-WAN solutions with existing data center, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  
  

2. Deployment & Implementation

• Lead or supervise deployment teams in the rollout of WiFi, SD-WAN solutions.
  
  


• Lead site surveys, RF planning, capacity analysis, and spectrum management for optimal wireless coverage and performance.
  
  


• Ensure integration with firewalls, NAC, and identity management systems such as Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass,
  
  


• Plan and coordinate cutovers, migrations, and staged rollouts with minimal downtime.
  
  

3. Technology & Tools

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  Work experience with:
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • WiFi: Cisco, Juniper Mist, Extreme Networks, Meraki is desirable.
    
    
  
  
  • SD-WAN: Cisco Viptela/Meraki or Fortinet or Silver Peak is mandatory.
    
    
  
  
  • Monitoring: Ekahau or ThousandEyes or NetBox is mandatory
    
    
  
  


• Develop automation and orchestration workflows using Ansible or APIs fornetwork provisioning - mandatory.
  
  


• Deep expertise on zero-touch provisioning and SASE integration.
  
  

4. Performance, Optimization & Troubleshooting

• Conduct post-deployment validation, performance tuning, and optimization.
  
  


• Establish network KPIs and SLA monitoring for WiFi and SD-WAN.
  
  

5. Collaboration & Leadership

• Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and security teams to ensure cohesive network strategy.
  
  


• Provide technical mentorship to network engineers and field deployment teams.
  
  


• Engage with vendors and service providers for design validation and support escalations.
  
  

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
  
  

Experience:

• 12 - 15 years of progressive experience in enterprise networking.
  
  


• 5+ years designing and deploying WiFi and SD-WAN solutions.
  
  


• Experience with distributed enterprise networks (e.g., universities, hospitals, or large enterprises).
  
  

Certifications (Preferred):

• Aruba Certified Design Expert (ACDX) or Professional (ACDP)
  
  


• Fortinet NSE 5-7, VMware SD-WAN Specialist, or Silver Peak ASE