Principal Network Architect
Suresh KKDUnited StatesSENIORPosted 4d ago
Network EngineeringCiscoCCNPEnterprise Network ArchitectureBGPOSPFEIGRPCisco ACISD-WANData Center NetworkingEnterprise Wireless NetworkingNetwork SecurityFirewallsNACSegmentationZero TrustNetwork TransformationCloud ConnectivityNetwork TroubleshootingRCAIncident EscalationCapacity PlanningUtilization AnalysisTeam LeadershipCoachingTechnical MentoringClient-Facing ConsultingStakeholder CommunicationCCIEITILServiceNowCisco DNA CenterThousandEyesSolarWindsCISSPCisco DevNet
About the Role
We are looking for a Principal Network Architect to lead network architecture and Day Two operations. This role involves resolving complex network incidents, mentoring engineers, and advising clients on network security and modernization.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead network architecture and Day Two operations
• Resolve complex network incidents and drive root cause analysis
• Mentor CCNA/CCNP engineers and manage technical onboarding
• Advise clients on network security, resiliency, and modernization
• Lead capacity planning assessments and present recommendations
Requirements
• 10+ years of Network Engineering experience
• 3+ years in a Senior / Lead / Architect role
• Cisco CCNP Certification (Required)
• Cisco Enterprise Network Architecture
• Routing & Switching: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP
• Cisco ACI, SD-WAN & Data Center Networking
• Enterprise Wireless Networking
• Network Security: Firewalls, NAC, Segmentation & Zero Trust
• Network Transformation & Cloud Connectivity
• Network Troubleshooting, RCA & Incident Escalation
• Capacity Planning, Utilization Analysis & Reporting
• Team Leadership, Coaching & Technical Mentoring
• Client-Facing Consulting & Stakeholder Communication