Job Description

Job SummaryCIS PS Senior Network Architect - UKIProfile 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 OTV ACI VMware NSX configurations.Prepare 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 SkillsMandatoryA solid understanding of network services concepts such as SNMP/SYSLOG/NTP/DHCP/DNS and security concepts in authentication encryption AAA TACACS/RADIUS and LDAPRouting Protocols EIGRP OSPF IS-IS and BGPSwitching technologies STP RSTP MST vPCDCI technologies VXLAN OTV LISPSwitch Series Cisco Nexus 9K 7K 5K and 6500Router Series Cisco ISR 1K 2K 3K 4K and ASR series 1000 9000 7200 7600SDN /SDWAN Technologies Cisco ACI VMware NSX-T Cisco Viptela SD-WAN Cisco Meraki * Wireless: Cisco and Aruba unified wireless architectureLoad Balancers F5 LTM F5 GTM/DNS Citrix Netscalar ADC * WAN Optimizers : Riverbed Steelhead

• Tools : Cisco Prime Solarwinds Wireshark iperf/jperf

Cloud Networking Azure AWS and GCP networking skillsWork experience on Juniper HPE and Arista ProductsKnowledge on VMware and Hyper-VProficiency 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.Qualification * Education: Bachelors in Computers

• Minimum Work Experience Required: 10 years

Minimum of one technical certification in chosen technology desiredProficient in using MS office applications (MS Word PPT Excel Visio MPP)Certifications RequiredCCIE R&S or CCIE Datacenter Certified Preferred

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