Network Architect – Senior Network Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in India.

📋 Description

• Design, plan, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure.

• Formulate strategies for network systems utilizing both current and emerging technologies, including wireless solutions.

• Convert business and operational requirements into network architecture and design.

• Suggest network hardware, system management software, and architectural solutions.

• Approve and adjust network architecture to ensure compliance with enterprise standards.

• Configure and maintain routers, switches, hubs, and firewalls.

• Monitor network performance and carry out capacity planning.

• Assess emerging technologies and propose new solutions for enterprise implementation.

• Execute advanced troubleshooting for complex network issues.

• Create automated troubleshooting scripts and resolution procedures.

• Provide second-level technical support to internal teams and external customers.

• Oversee the Service Desk ticketing system and respond as per SLAs.

• Ensure system availability, security, and confidentiality throughout the network environment.

• Act as Project Leader or Subject Matter Expert (SME) on enterprise networking initiatives.

• Tackle high-complexity technical issues involving various technologies and business units.

• Define enterprise-wide network architectures and design frameworks.

• Mentor and guide junior technical staff.

• Manage multiple concurrent projects and initiatives.

• Adhere to established team processes and operational procedures.

• Create and maintain technical documentation for network systems and processes.

• Engage in change management processes.

• Assist in hardware procurement and maintenance renewals.

• Track project time for professional services billing.

• Develop quality control methods to ensure system outputs align with organizational standards.

• Uphold network security standards and readiness for incident response.

• Participate in Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) activities.

• Take part in Continuity of Operations (COOP) exercises and disaster recovery operations.

• Be available for on-call support and emergency response.

• Respond to emergencies, including disasters or system outages, as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience, OR

• High school diploma/equivalent with 10+ years of relevant experience, OR

• Equivalent combination of education and professional experience totaling 10 years.

• Proficiency in configuring and managing enterprise routers, switches, and firewalls.

• Strong understanding of OSPF and BGP routing protocols in large enterprise settings.

• Experience transitioning from SonicWall NSA firewalls to Palo Alto firewalls.

• Capability to analyze business requirements and assess technical solutions.

• Excellent documentation and technical writing abilities.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within small teams.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

• Keen attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.

• Capacity to maintain professional relationships with customers and stakeholders.

• Experience with Palo Alto Networks Firewalls.

• Familiarity with Cisco Systems Nexus and ACI.

• Experience with F5 Big-IP LTM.

• Background in managing multi-tenant data center networks.

• Industry certifications from vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto, or F5.

🏝️ Benefits

• 24/7 Tier III enterprise data center environment.

• Requires on-call availability and emergency response support.

• May necessitate working beyond normal business hours during incidents or disaster recovery operations.