Senior Network Architect

Technical Skills:

8+ years of experience in Core network & DC Operations across PaloAlto & Cisco firewalls, Cisco Routers & Switches, Cisco ISE, VeloCloud SDWAN, F5

Primary: Palo Alto, Cisco ISE, Wireless, F5

Secondary: SDWan, ZScaler

Mandatory Skills

-- Configuring & managing Cisco Routers, switches, Palo Alto & Cisco Firewalls, F5 Load balancers, VPN, NAC solution ( Cisco ISE )

--Possess a strong understanding of routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and IPsec for secure and efficient network communications.

--Strong experience with support of SDWAN solution (Velo cloud)

--Expert level experience in Cisco Data Center and Campus Switching and routing.

--Demonstrate expert-level knowledge of networking technologies, WAN communications, and security concepts, including TCP/IP, QoS, MPLS, DMVPN and IPSec.

--Configure and manage Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama, Cisco ASA firewalls, including advanced features like threat prevention, S2S VPNs, remote VPN solution, and security policies, F5 load balancers.

Troubleshooting experience

Experience with Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA), Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) and Zscaler Digital Experience (ZDX) or similar solutions is a plus

Ability to implement design architecture objectives that align with client demand & business goals

Participate in the deployment of complex solutions, create written deliverables, and conduct client workshops

Monitor and maintain network security, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Proven knowledge of ITIL framework and service management practices good understanding of Change process

High degree of flexibility and willing to work in rotational shifts including night shifts and on-call.

Effective communication skills. Should be able to deal with users from across the regions

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex issues and provide effective solutions.

Serve as Tier 3 support resource (IT Escalation). On Call Rotation.