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About Client:

Our Client is a multinational IT services and consulting company headquartered in USA, With revenues 19.7 Billion USD, with Global work force of 3,50,000 and Listed in NASDAQ, It is one of the leading IT services firms globally, known for its work in digital transformation, technology consulting, and business process outsourcing, Business Focus on Digital Engineering, Cloud Services, AI and Data Analytics, Enterprise Applications ( SAP, Oracle, Sales Force ), IT Infrastructure, Business Process Out Source. Major delivery centers in India, including cities like Chennai, Pune, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru. Offices in over 35 countries. India is a major operational hub, with as its U.S. headquarters.

- Job Title : Network Engineer
- Key Skills : Palo Alto – PCNS, SD WAN & CISCO ASA, CISCO ISE & F5, Infoblox, CISCO R&S
- Job Locations : PAN India
- Experience : 10+ Years.
- Education Qualification : Any Graduation.
- Work Mode : Remote.
- Employment Type : Contract.
- Notice Period : Immediate to 15 Days

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

- Architecture & Design
- Lead the end-to-end architecture, design, and review of LAN/WAN networks for enterprise-scale deployments.
- Define and implement telecom infrastructure blueprints, including connectivity models, security policies, and vendor deliverables.
- Develop and validate network strategies supporting multi-cloud (Azure, AWS) and hybrid enterprise environments.
- Security & Firewall Expertise
- Architect and manage large-scale deployments of firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Fortinet) to ensure robust perimeter and internal security.
- Define and review network security policies, segmentation strategies, and compliance requirements.
- Cloud & Enterprise Solutions
- Design and integrate cloud-based networking and security frameworks across Azure and AWS.
- Implement and optimize enterprise solutions such as SD-WAN, F5 Load Balancers, VPN, and traffic management platforms.
- Cisco Infrastructure
- Extensive experience designing, configuring, and managing Cisco routers and switches for enterprise and carrier-grade networks.
- Expertise in IP telephony, VoIP, and unified communications solutions using Cisco platforms.
- Conduct performance tuning, redundancy planning, and high availability designs for Cisco-based infrastructure.
- Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with telecom vendors and service providers to align architecture with project deliverables.
- Provide technical governance, review vendor proposals, and ensure alignment with enterprise standards.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on network modernization, resilience, and scalability.

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.