BRIEF DESCRIPTION:-
The Network Architect- CPT role requires an expert with over a decade of experience in designing, implementing, and securing complex enterprise networks, focusing on network security, cloud networking, and enterprise infrastructure. Key responsibilities include creating scalable network architectures, managing firewalls and security, overseeing network administration, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Essential qualifications include advanced degrees and certifications in network engineering, extensive technical expertise with network protocols and security solutions, and strong leadership and documentation skills.
Job Title: Network Architect- CPT Company: Optimal Growth Technologies
Description
We are on the lookout for a Network Architect with over a decade of expertise in devising, establishing, and safeguarding intricate enterprise networks. The ideal candidate should possess profound knowledge in network security, cloud networking, and enterprise infrastructure to ensure robust, secure, and scalable network operations.
Key Responsibilities
Network Architecture & Design
Create and deploy scalable, high-performance network architectures tailored for enterprise settings. Establish and enforce network standards, policies, and best practices. Engineer secure, redundant, and high-availability network designs for data centers, branch offices, and cloud platforms. Assess and recommend optimal network technologies, hardware, and software.
Firewall & Security
Set up, manage, and enhance next-generation firewalls and network security devices. Formulate and execute firewall policies, rule sets, and security zones following industry best practices. Perform firewall performance tuning, troubleshooting, and security audits. Implement intrusion detection and prevention (IDS/IPS) solutions and uphold Zero Trust Network principles. Keep abreast of emerging technologies, threat intelligence, and security updates.
Network Administration & Optimization
Supervise the configuration, monitoring, and upkeep of enterprise LAN, WAN, MPLS, SD-WAN, and VPN infrastructures. Deploy QoS, traffic shaping, and network segmentation for enhanced performance and security. Guarantee network redundancy, failover, and load balancing for critical applications. Address complex network performance issues and lead root cause analysis.
Cloud & Hybrid Networking
Engineer secure cloud networking solutions on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Integrate cloud-native security controls and firewalls. Implement VPNs, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, and SD-WAN for hybrid cloud connectivity. Ensure secure API and container-based networking in cloud and microservices environments.
Network Security & Compliance
Ensure adherence to ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and other regulatory standards. Deploy Zero Trust Security, Network Access Control (NAC), and micro-segmentation. Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and risk mitigation for network security. Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to integrate SIEM (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar) and threat intelligence solutions.
Network Automation & Monitoring
Deploy and manage network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Nagios, Zabbix) to detect issues proactively. Automate network operations using Python, Ansible, Terraform, and REST APIs. Implement log management and correlation for security event detection. Optimize network configuration management using NCM and compliance reporting tools.
Technical Leadership & Documentation
Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for networking and security architectures. Mentor junior network engineers and security teams. Develop and maintain network diagrams, SOPs, technical documentation, and security policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Cloud, Security, DevOps, Infrastructure) to align network strategies with business objectives.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Education & Certifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field. Preferred: Cisco CCNP/CCIE (Enterprise, Security, or Data Center) Advantageous: Fortinet NSE4/NSE7, Palo Alto PCNSE, AWS or Azure Networking Certifications (e.g., AWS Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate)
Technical Skills
Expert-level proficiency with enterprise firewall platforms and security policies. Deep understanding of network protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VXLAN, MPLS, SD-WAN). Experience with Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Aruba network solutions. Hands-on experience with Layer 2/3 switching, VLANs, STP, and redundancy protocols (HSRP, VRRP, GLBP). Skilled in network security solutions (NGFW, IPS/IDS, SIEM, NAC, DDoS protection). Well-versed in cloud networking (VPC, VNET Peering, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute). Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, Ansible, Terraform, or PowerShell.
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to lead teams, mentor engineers, and manage multiple projects concurrently. Self-motivated with a passion for cybersecurity, network engineering, and automation.
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