POSITION SUMMARY :

We are seeking an experienced Network Architect with expertise in Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), Software-Defined Access (SDA), and Data Center networking technologies.

The ideal candidate will design, implement, and optimise scalable, secure, and automated network solutions for enterprise and data centre environments.

Key Roles & Responsibilities :

In this position, you will be required to :

- Architect and design Cisco ACI-based data center network solutions, ensuring scalability and automation.

- Implement and optimize Cisco SDA for campus networking with DNA Center and ISE.

- Define high-level network strategies, roadmaps, and architectures aligned with business objectives.

- Lead data center network transformations, ensuring high availability and security.

- Deploy and configure Cisco Nexus switches, UCS, and Hyper converged infrastructure for data center environments.

- Integrate and manage Cisco DNA Center for automation, policy enforcement, and assurance.

- Implement Zero Trust principles and micro-segmentation strategies across ACI and SDA networks.

- Collaborate with security, cloud, and infrastructure teams to develop integrated solutions.

- Evaluate emerging network technologies and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including HLDs, LLDs, and operational guidelines.

- Troubleshoot complex network issues and provide expert-level support to operational teams.

- Provide mentorship and training to junior engineers and network teams.

Education/Experience :

- Bachelor's or Master's in IT, or a related field.

- 10+ years of experience in network engineering and architecture, with expertise in Cisco ACI, SDA, and Data Center technologies.

- Deep knowledge of Cisco ACI, APIC controllers, and multi-site fabric architectures