Senior Network Architect

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Role Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Solution Design & Architecture:

• Lead the end-to-end design of complex network solutions encompassing LAN WAN WLAN Data Center Networks Cloud Networking (AWS Azure GCP) and security components.

• Translate high-level business requirements and technical specifications into detailed network architectures designs and implementation plans.

• Develop and maintain network architecture standards policies and procedures.

• Evaluate and recommend new network technologies products and services to enhance performance security and cost-effectiveness.

• Create comprehensive architectural documentation including design specifications network diagrams and bills of materials.

Technical Leadership & Guidance:

• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to network engineers and other technical teams.

• Act as a subject matter expert for network-related technologies and best practices.

• Lead technical discussions with internal stakeholders clients and vendors.

• Participate in strategic planning for future network evolution and capacity planning.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including infrastructure security applications and project management to ensure seamless integration and delivery of network solutions.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical requirements.

• Engage with vendors and partners to evaluate new technologies and ensure optimal solutions.

Troubleshooting & Problem Solving:

• Act as an escalation point for complex network issues providing expert-level troubleshooting and resolution.

• Conduct root cause analysis for network incidents and propose preventative measures.

Project Management Support:

• Provide architectural oversight and support throughout the project lifecycle from initiation to post-implementation review.

• Contribute to project planning scheduling and risk management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Electrical Engineering or a related field. Masters degree preferred.

• 10 years of progressive experience in network engineering and at least 5 years in a network solution architect role designing and implementing large-scale enterprise networks.

Deep expertise in a wide range of networking protocols and technologies including:

• Routing & Switching: OSPF BGP EIGRP MPLS STP VLANs VRF.

• Data Center Networking: Cisco ACI VMware NSX Software-Defined Networking (SDN) concepts.

• Wireless Networking: Wi-Fi 6/6E Cisco Meraki Aruba.

• Security: Firewalls (Palo Alto Fortinet Cisco ASA) VPNs (IPsec SSL) NAC IDS/IPS Zero Trust principles.

• Cloud Networking: Experience with designing and implementing network solutions in at least one major cloud provider (AWS VPC Azure VNet Google Cloud Networking).

• Load Balancing/Application Delivery: F5 BIG-IP Citrix ADC.

• Network Automation & Orchestration: Python Ansible Terraform Scripting.

• Network Monitoring & Management: SNMP NetFlow SYSLOG centralized monitoring tools.

Certifications (highly desirable):

• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) - R&S Data Center or Security.

• Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE).

• AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty.

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate or Expert.

• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE).

• Fortinet NSE 4/7/8.

• ITIL Foundation.

Skills & Attributes:

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Excellent written communication skills for creating clear and concise documentation.

• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

• Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

• Proactive self-motivated and results-oriented.

Benefits of working at Accenture:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave

• Long & short-term career break opportunities

• Structured career development program

• Local and international career opportunities.

• Certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace

• Flexible Work Arrangements - centered around Accentures Truly Human ethos and our commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our people.

• We are proud to be in the top 3 of last years Diversity & Inclusion Index!

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