Network Infrastructure Architect

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Infrastructure Architects are the key link between Kyndryl and our clients. You’re in a technical leadership role, uniting and guiding stakeholders from clients, governance, and project executives to delivery and sometimes even the vendors who work with the client. You’ll be there from the start of a project — understanding what’s needed and figuring out the best technical solution. And you’ll be there at the finish, delivering the right product on time and within budget.

At Kyndryl we support all major cloud platforms, so you’ll get the chance to use everything you know - and then some. You’ll also become expert at knowing when and how to call on other SMEs outside your wheelhouse. Thinking your way around pre-existing limitations will grow your creativity and flexibility. You’ll learn a lot here, and if you want to work toward certifications there are plenty of opportunities.The rewards for all this are many. You’ll get to influence, create, and deliver something from start to finish. You will have the power to delight our clients.

Your future at Kyndryl

This role opens the door to many career paths, both vertical and horizontal, and there may be opportunity to travel. It’s a great chance for database administrators or other techs to break into the cloud. It’s also a solid path to become enterprise or chief architect or a distinguished engineer Whatever you see for yourself, you’ll find the opportunity here.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical and Professional Experience

Network Platform Expertise:
Install, configure, and troubleshoot various network platforms, including Cisco, Aruba, Viptela, Infoblox, F5, Fortinet, PaloAlto, and more.

Specialized in carrier solutions, private cloud access, and virtualization.

Network Security and Voice Solutions:
Install, configure, and troubleshoot security solutions like Palo Alto Firewalls, F5 Reverse-Proxy, VPNs, and voice solutions including Oracle SIP Federation and Microsoft Skype Enterprise.

Cloud Hosting and Scripting:
Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure cloud hosting solutions. Proficient in scripting languages: Ansible and Python.

Network Design and Cisco ACI:
Project Management and Documentation:
Develop an understanding of customer engagements, producing project-related documents such as SOW, High-Level Design, Low-Level Design, and Migration Plans.

Network Monitoring and Maintenance:
Utilize network monitoring tools to identify and resolve outages, latency issues, and bottlenecks.

Collaborate with vendors for maintenance scheduling, ensuring mínimal disruptions to network service.

Support Proficiency:
Handle Business Critical Network outages, P1, P2 incident and drive quick resolution.

Provides 24/7 network support, including security and disaster recovery readiness.

Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, collaborating with IT professionals and providing support to L0 and L1 teams.

Establish structured engineering disciplines for streamlined network support operations.

On call support as needed

Top 5 Skills in Network Domain:
Advanced expertise in network platform installation and troubleshooting.

Specialized knowledge in Cisco ACI and NextGen Firewalls.

Proficiency in security solutions and voice technologies.

Strong scripting skills with Ansible and Python.

Meticulous network design, documentation, and project management.

Preferred Language:
English

Products and Technologies
- Cisco Small, Medium, Large Enterprise Routers, Switches,
- Cisco WLC/WIFI, Cisco Prime 3.1,ISE, ACS, Cisco ACI, Spine/Leaf, DC Technologies Switches such as 12k, 5940,7500, 5500 & 3600,
- Aruba 8400, 8320, 2930F & 3810M, Aruba Wi-Fi, Aruba ClearPass
- Viptela, Infoblox IPAM DDI/GSLB, Riverbed Steelhead optimizer,
- F5 LB such as LTM/GTM,
- Fortinet Firewall Management, FortiGate Manager, Palo Alto IPsec,
- Networking Tools Such as SolarWinds, Panaroma, MRTG, ZABBIX, Logic Monitor, HP IMC, Airwave and Mobility Controller and well versed with carrier solutions such as Ethernet, IP VPN, Internet, Hybridization (Palo Alto Local FW and Zscaler), Private Cloud Access Solutions and Virtualization Solutions (uCPE)
- Next Generation: Firewalls Palo Alto, URL Proxification & Categorization, Reverse-Proxy: F5, VPN IPSec SSL,