Network Infrastructure Engineer

About Company :They balance innovation with an open, friendly culture and the backing of a long-established parent company, known for its ethical reputation. We guide customers from what’s now to what’s next by unlocking the value of their data and applications to solve their digital challenges, achieving outcomes that benefit both business and society.About Client:Our client is a global digital solutions and technology consulting company headquartered in Mumbai, India. The company generates annual revenue of over $4.29 billion (₹35,517 crore), reflecting a 4.4% year-over-year growth in USD terms. It has a workforce of around 86,000 professionals operating in more than 40 countries and serves a global client base of over 700 organizations.Our client operates across several major industry sectors, including Banking, Financial Services & Insurance (BFSI), Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT), Healthcare & Life Sciences, and Manufacturing & Consumer. In the past year, the company achieved a net profit of $553.4 million (₹4,584.6 crore), marking a 1.4% increase from the previous year. It also recorded a strong order inflow of $5.6 billion, up 15.7% year-over-year, highlighting growing demand across its service lines.Key focus areas include Digital Transformation, Enterprise AI, Data & Analytics, and Product Engineering—reflecting its strategic commitment to driving innovation and value for clients across industries.Job Title: Network and Data Security Subject Matter ExpertLocation: Pune/ Hyderabad / BangaloreExperience: 5+ yrsJob Type: Contract to hire(Min 1+ yr)Notice Period: Immediate joinersJob Description:Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Network Subject Matter Expert (SME) with hands-on experience in providing administrative and implementation support for Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Meraki, and SDWAN routers. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical knowledge, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities - Network Administration: Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. - Implementation Support: Lead the deployment and configuration of Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Meraki, and SDWAN routers, ensuring seamless integration into existing networks. - Technical Expertise: Serve as the subject matter expert for networking technologies, providing guidance and support to team members and stakeholders. - Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex network issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring efficient operation. - Documentation: Maintain detailed records of network configurations, changes, and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance. - Security: Implement and monitor network security protocols to protect against unauthorized access and cyber threats. - Training: Provide training and support to IT staff on best practices and emerging technologies.Qualifications - Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field. - Experience: Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in network administration and implementation support for Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Meraki, and SDWAN routers. - Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, JNCIP, CMNA, and SDWAN Specialist are highly desirable. - Technical Skills: Proficient in networking protocols, routing, switching, firewall management, and network security including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, and encryption protocols. - Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholdersProblem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing network issues. - Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve common goals. - Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail and accuracy in all work.