Network Architect

Business Title: Network Architect Interview: 1 -2 rounds Duration: 6 months Possibility of extension: high possibility of extension Location: 100% Remote and there will be 5% travel involved for different locations in North America Region Travel needed: 5% travel involved Shift: regular day shift and 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Duties: Analysis Confirm information gaps to enable the production of the HLD (High Level Design) Validate technical information provided to ensure accuracy Conduct network analysis e.g. switch and port config analysis to enable HLD Design Creation of the Network HLD ensuring it meet the requirements for NSP (Network Segmentation Point), Diageo security standards, Engineering and Corporate Network Standards Highlight any exceptions required to the standards and a rationale to the PM Conduct internal Network CoE peer reviews and obtain authorised approvals Perform technical handovers to the network service provider to enable the swift commencement into the SoW and LLD's (Low Level Design) stages Review network service provide SoW's and provide approvals Support the network service provider during the LLD stage Review, feedback and approve the network services providers LLD's ensuring they meet the requirements for NSP, Diageo security standards, Engineering and Corporate Network Standards Support the PM in any technical discussions where lower level knowledge is required Provide technical information when needed to PM' or stakeholders Deployments, Implementations & Testing (lighter touch activities) Provide technical support and guidance to the network service provider, the Technical Analysts and/or PM during implementation approach planning and execution Support the troubleshooting of technical issues post deployment if issues persist Skills 8 to 10 years of experience in Network Design / Delivery Must be effective in working both independently and in a team setting Excellent communication skills, both written and oral are required Strong experience with OT networks Understanding of OT standards - IEC62443 etc Strong experience with Cisco Wireless, ACI,DNA-C, Palo Alto Networks, SDWAN, Routing Domain knowledge in Wireless Design, Site Survey knowledge(Air magnet, Ekahau) , dot1x, EAP TLS, Flex connect SD WAN experience is preferred. Hands-on experience in routing and switching and Firewalls(preferably Palo Alto) is a must. Strong skills in Route / Switch skills, Cisco Data Center (Nexus, UCS, and /or Virtualization a plus) technologies Ability to handle service restoration for complex faults (Technology & Solution based) in a LAN,WLAN/WAN environment Expert at network performance monitoring and tuning (SolarWinds, Netflow analysis, deep packet inspection, etc.) Intermediate level of understanding on Cisco WLAN platforms & associated troubleshooting Excellent hands-on troubleshooting and Design of Enterprise Network architecture and able to support hierarchical network designs and deployments Awareness of network scripting languages such as Python will be an added advantage Ability to simplify complex requirements or solutions. Right attitude and logical thinking into any requirements / issues Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electronics and Communications, Information Technology or similar. CCNP Certification . CCIE in R&S is preferred Additional information: Summary: Looking for a Network Architect with 8 to 10 years of experience in Network Design / Delivery. CCNP Certification is required. CCIE in R&S is preferred. Top 3 Required Skills: 1) Network Design / Delivery 2) Deployments, Implementations & Testing 3) Strong knowledge on IT network with excellent communication skills Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electronics and Communications, Information Technology or similar.

Created: 2024-11-19