Network Architect

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Network Architect to lead the design, transformation, and governance of enterprise network infrastructure across on-premises data centers, manufacturing facilities, and cloud environments. The architect will be responsible for defining the strategic network roadmap, driving modernization initiatives, ensuring secure and resilient connectivity, and supporting large-scale global operations.

The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Juniper networking, enterprise routing and switching, AWS networking, Velo Cloud SD-WAN, network security, and hybrid cloud architecture.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Architecture & Strategy

* Ensure proactive problem management and root cause analysis.

* Design and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, Data Center, Cloud networking and Juniper network architectures.

* Develop network standards, policies, and best practices.

* Lead network modernization initiatives such as SD-WAN, Zero Trust, Cloud Networking, BlueCat DDI internal & external DNS and Automation.

* Provide architectural guidance for routing, switching, wireless, security, and hybrid-cloud environments.

* Collaborate with security, cloud, infrastructure, and application teams.

* Evaluate and recommend emerging networking technologies.

* Perform capacity planning, network performance analysis, and optimization.

* Lead major migration, integration, and transformation projects.

* Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and operational requirements.

* Create and maintain architecture documents, network diagrams, and technical standards.

* Provide technical leadership and mentoring for engineering and operations teams.

* Act as the escalation point for complex network issues and RCA activities

* Define and maintain enterprise network architecture standards, reference designs, and technology roadmaps.

* Lead network transformation initiatives supporting business growth, operational efficiency, and technology modernization.

* Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend future-state network solutions.

* Establish architecture governance and design review processes.

Routing & Switching Architecture

* Design, implement, and optimize large-scale enterprise routing and switching environments.

* Architect highly available network solutions

* Ensure network resiliency, scalability, and business continuity through redundant design principles.

Juniper Network Solutions

* Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Juniper platforms and technologies.

* Drive standardization and optimization of Juniper infrastructure globally.

Network Security Architecture

* Develop secure network designs aligned with enterprise cybersecurity standards.

* Integrate:

o Palo Alto Firewalls

o Juniper SRX Firewalls

o IDS/IPS

o Network Segmentation

o Zero Trust Architecture

o Zscaler Connectivity(ZIA and ZPA)

o Clear Pass NAC

* Collaborate with security teams on compliance and risk mitigation initiatives.

SD-WAN & Global Connectivity

* Design and optimize SD-WAN solutions supporting global locations.

* Improve WAN performance, application experience, and cloud access.

* Lead carrier and connectivity evaluations.

Technical Leadership

* Provide architectural leadership across global infrastructure teams.

* Mentor L2/L3 engineers and technical leads.

* Support major incidents, problem management, root cause analysis, and service improvement initiatives.

* Work closely with business stakeholders, vendors, and service providers.

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Security Technologies

* Palo Alto

* Juniper SRX

* IDS/IPS

* Zscaler

* NAC

* Zero Trust

Enterprise Infrastructure

* SD-WAN

* Data Center Networking

* Spine-Leaf Architecture

* Wireless Networking

* Disaster Recovery & High Availability

Leadership Competencies

* Enterprise Architecture Leadership

* Strategic Planning

* Stakeholder & Executive Communication

* Vendor Management

* Risk Management

* Service Transformation

* Manufacturing & Global Operations Support

Salary Range : $120,000 to $150,000 Per Annum

TCS Employee Benefits Summary:

Discretionary Annual Incentive.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.

Family Support: Maternal & Pare ntal Leaves.

Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.

Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.

Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.

Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.

Desired Candidate Profile