Network Architect - LAN

We are seeking an experienced LAN Network Solution Architect with deep expertise in LAN technologies (focus on Cisco Meraki and Cisco Enterprise), switching/routing protocols, and IPAM/DHCP, to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of our network strategy . The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in LAN design, hands-on experience with python scripts, and a proven track record of delivering secure, scalable, and robust solutions in complex environments.

Responsibilities

Solution Architecture and Design:

• Architect for design, integration and management of Cisco Meraki and Enterprise solution.
• Architect for design, integration and management of IPAM/DHCP solution.
• Analyze current business processes, IT infrastructure, and security requirements to develop security for our network solution.
• Develop high-level and detailed architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and integration designs.
• Ensure solutions align with enterprise security architecture, regulatory requirements (GDPR, SOX, etc.), and industry best practices.

Implementation & Integration:

• Oversee the migration to Cloud managed platform of the global LAN architecture.

• Collaborate with IT, Métiers, and application teams to adapt design and solutions.
• Make sure standards and procedures match Operation Excellence ambitions
• Guide and support technical teams during implementation and optimization phases.
• Level 3 support (escalation) for India Tech Hub Run team for his perimeter.
• Define and enforce standards and procedures.
• Ensure solutions support audit, compliance and reporting requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies
• Attends design committees with Global Network team and work in pair with his peers to define the Network architecture strategy.
• Develop detailed network architecture blueprints and integration diagrams tailored to business and technical requirements.
• Lead architecture discussion and translate the decisions in High Level Design documents and operational procedures
• Establish technical standards, patterns and best practices
• Validation of Document solutions designs, data flows and integration points.

Qualifications

Technical Competencies

•      Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field.

•      Strong expertise in Network Routing protocols

•      Strong WIFI expertise

•      Strong expertise on Cisco Meraki, Cisco Enterprise (Catalyst Center is a nice to have skill)

•      Strong expertise on IPAM / DHCP (Infoblox and Netbox are nice to have skills)

•      Expertise on Infrastructure as code (Python, Ansible, AWX)

•      10+ years of experience in complex network environments

•       Certification: Cisco is mandatory

•      General shift business hours: from 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM IST