Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Design

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise routing, switching, and data center network architectures with a primary focus on Cisco and Arista technologies.
• Architect modern data center fabrics including Cisco ACI , Nexus platforms (7K/9K) , and Arista CloudVision / Leaf-Spine designs .
• Develop scalable campus architectures (Catalyst 9K, VSS/StackWise Virtual, SDA not required but beneficial).
• Produce high-quality design documentation, HLDs/LLDs, migration plans, and remediation recommendations.

Implementation & Delivery

• Execute end-to-end project delivery including configuration, integration, cutovers, migrations, and post-deployment optimization.
• Lead technical teams during complex changes, including after-hours maintenance windows when required.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting across multi-vendor network stacks (Cisco, Arista, Palo Alto, Meraki).

Wireless, Security & Identity (Nice to have)

• Experience with enterprise wireless solutions (Cisco Catalyst/Meraki).
• Firewall and security proficiency a plus (Cisco Secure Firewall/ASA/FTD, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet).
• Strong preference for Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)—Policy sets, TACACS/RADIUS, segmentation, posture, and BYOD.

SD-WAN & Cloud Networking (Preferred)

• Exposure to Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN (Viptela) , Meraki MX , or Palo Alto Prisma SD-WAN .
• Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (AWS/Azure VNETs, VPN/ExpressRoute, virtual firewalls).

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in enterprise networking and network design.
• Expert-level proficiency in routing (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), switching (Spanning Tree, EVPN/VXLAN preferred), and data center networking.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco ACI and/or Arista leaf-spine architectures strongly preferred.
• Strong background in Catalyst campus switching, wireless, and traditional routing/security stacks.
• Experience producing detailed design documents (HLD, LLD) and executing complex migrations.
• Ability to communicate with clarity and presence; able to present to large customers and lead workshops.
• Must be comfortable acting as both engineer and consultant—driving outcomes, influencing stakeholders, and owning engagements.

Certifications

• CCIE (Routing & Switching, Enterprise Infrastructure, Security, or Data Center) – Heavily Preferred

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