Job Description

Job SummaryCIS Lead Network ArchitectProfile SummaryExpertise in Design/Operations/Maintenance of Telecommunication/Networking and security systems. Result-oriented quality-driven business-savvy professional with broad IT exposure technologically-advanced IT/networking solutions to meet challenging multinational business demands.ResponsibilitiesTotal Years Of Professional Experience14 + years of experienceRoles and ResponsibilitiesConduct network architecture design feasibility and cost studiesSupport the sales team on RFP RFI RFSDesign analyze plan and modify network components supporting customer communication implementation activitiesPropose and implement system enhancements software and hardware updates that will improve the performance and reliability of the systemPlan design and implement networked systems including configurations and supports troubleshoots network problemsDevelop and evaluate network performance criteria and measurement methodsPrepare the analysis of the capacity needs for network infrastructureBuild technical capabilities on next gen technologiesSurvey network requirements of remote customer offices campus buildings and Data Centers.Configure routing protocols such as EIGRP OSPF IS IS and BGP complex switch networks built on vPC VXLAN BGP EVPN OTV ACI VMware NSX configurationsDesign Implementation and troubleshoot Cisco Viptela SDWAN solutionsPrepare network equipment for deployment by loading appropriate software and configuration setting according to design templates.Continually review the customers network and practices looking for opportunities to enhance network functionality performance and reliability.Assist in the evaluation of potential network products or technical solutions.Contribute to the development of network documentation including diagrams standards specifications and operating procedures.Monitor for opportunities to enhance the customer network system performance or reliability.Provide third-level support and troubleshooting of network problems. Periodically provide after-hours and weekend support.Technical SkillsMandatory * SDDN Technologies (One or more): Cisco ACI Multi-POD Multi-Site and VMware NSX-T

• SDWAN Technologies (One or more): Cisco Catalyst (Viptela) SD-WAN Cisco Meraki SD-WAN HPE Aruba Edge Connect SD-WAN (Silverpeak) Palo Alto SD-WAN
• SDA Technologies One or more): Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA) Juniper MIST Aruba SD-Branch
• Wireless: Cisco Catalyst Cisco Meraki and Aruba wireless architecture
• Load Balancers : F5 LTM F5 GTM/DNS Citrix Netscalar ADC Radware Alteon ADC
• WAN Optimizers : Riverbed Steelhead
• Tools : Cisco Prime Solarwinds Wireshark iperf/jperf
• Security: Cisco Firepower firewalls and Palo Alto Firewalls
• Routing Protocols : EIGRP OSPF IS-IS and BGP
• Switch technologies : STP RSTP MST vPC
• DCI technologies: VXLAN OTV LISP BGP EVPN
• Switch Series (Cisco): Nexus 9K 7K 5K 3K and 2K
• Router Series (Cisco): ISR 1K 2K 3K 4K ASR 1K Catalyst 8200/8300/8500 Catalyst 8KV series

A solid understanding of network services concepts such as SNMP/SYSLOG/NTP/DHCP/DNS and security concepts in authentication encryption AAA TACACS/RADIUS and LDAPWork experience on Juniper HPE and Arista ProductsKnowledge on VMware and Hyper-V * Programming / Automation Skills: Ansible Terraform and PythonProficiency in all Microsoft Office applications are essential to include Visio Excel and PowerPoint.Must possess both excellent oral and written communication skills.Must have the ability to manage time efficiently and a demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects with minimal supervision.Must be highly organized and detailed oriented.Certifications RequiredCCIE R&S or CCIE Datacenter Certified Preferred

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