Sr Network SME - L3 with Architect expertise

About Client:

Our Client is a global IT services company headquartered in Southborough, Massachusetts, USA. Founded in 1996, with a revenue of $1.8B, with 35,000+ associates worldwide, specializes in digital engineering, and IT services company helping clients modernize their technology infrastructure, adopt cloud and AI solutions, and accelerate innovation. It partners with major firms in banking, healthcare, telecom, and media.

Our Client is known for combining deep industry expertise with agile development practices, enabling scalable and cost-effective digital transformation. The company operates in over 50 locations across more than 25 countries, has delivery centers in Asia, Europe, and North America and is backed by Baring Private Equity Asia.

Job Title : Sr Network SME - L3 with Architect expertise

Experience Level : 10+ Years

Job Location : PAN India

Job Type : Contract

Work Mode : Remote

Notice Period : Immediate Joiners

Required Skills & Experience

Network Security: Expert-level knowledge of firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet) and advanced security design.

• LAN/WAN Architecture: Proven experience designing, reviewing, and optimizing large-scale enterprise and telecom networks.
• Cisco Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with Cisco routers, switches, and IP telephony/unified communications solutions.
• Telecom Infrastructure: Deep exposure to telecom-grade architecture, carrier-grade connectivity, and vendor collaboration.
• Cloud Platforms: Hands-on design and deployment experience on Azure and AWS networking services.
• Enterprise Solutions: Expertise in SD-WAN, F5 Load Balancer, VPN, MPLS, and advanced routing protocols.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in leading architecture discussions, vendor negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in network architecture & telecom infrastructure projects.
• Certifications such as CCNP/CCIE/CCDE (R&S, Collaboration, Security), Palo Alto PCNSE, Fortinet NSE,
• Strong knowledge of network automation, monitoring tools
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and cost-effective network solutions.

Key Attributes

• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills.

• Excellent documentation and presentation abilities

  for executive-level communication.
• Ability to drive vendor accountability and ensure timely delivery of network components.
• Proactive in adopting emerging network technologies and best practices.