Senior Network Engineer - Routing & Switching (5-6 yrs)

Job Description :

Key Responsibilities :

- Network Planning & Design : Lead the design and planning of complex network infrastructure, ensuring it meets client requirements and follows best practices for scalability, security, and performance.

- Implementation & Configuration : Install, configure, and implement network solutions, including routing, switching, firewalls, wireless networks, and data center networks.

- Security Management : Design and implement security policies for network devices and platforms to safeguard the network infrastructure.

- Troubleshooting & Maintenance : Perform hands-on troubleshooting of network issues on Cisco Nexus, Catalyst, Firepower Series Firewalls, Aruba Wireless APs and Controllers, and other networking platforms.

- Technology Expertise : Maintain and configure Cisco ACI (APIC), Cisco SDA (DNAC), and VMware NSX, among other platforms, for optimized network management.

- Support & Optimization : Provide ongoing support and maintenance for existing network infrastructure, ensuring systems are operating efficiently and securely.

- Customer Engagement : Provide customer-oriented solutions and interact with clients to understand their networking needs and propose the best solutions.

- Collaboration : Work closely with cross-functional teams (e., security, systems, and storage) to deliver integrated solutions.

- Process Adherence : Follow ITIL V3 processes, including Incident, Service Request, and Change Management.

Skills and Qualifications :

Certifications : CCNP (Routing & Switching) and CCNP (Security) certifications are required.

Experience :

- 5+ years of hands-on experience in network administration, design, implementation, and support.

- Proven expertise in Cisco Nexus and Catalyst platforms, Cisco Firepower Series Firewalls, Aruba Wireless APs and Controllers, Juniper Firewalls, and Cyberoam Firewalls.

- Experience with Cisco ACI (APIC), Cisco SDA (DNAC), VMware NSX, and Dell unified switches.

- In-depth knowledge of SDN (Software-Defined Networking) and data center networking.

Technical Skills :

- Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, etc.)

- Hands-on experience with Virtualization Platforms and related network management.

- Expertise in network security and firewall technologies.

Process Skills :

Well-versed in ITIL V3 processes (Incident Management, Service Request, Change Management).

Soft Skills :

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

- Ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.

- Customer-oriented approach with the ability to understand and deliver on client needs