Network Architect - nProbe Cento

Job Title : Network Architect (Network Traffic Intelligence & Flow Data Systems)

Location : Pune, India (with Travel to Onsite)

Experience Required : 8+ years in network traffic monitoring and flow data systems, with 2+ years hands-on experience in configuring and deploying nProbe Cento in high throughput environments.

Overview :

We are seeking a specialist with deep expertise in network traffic probes, specifically nProbe Cento, to support the deployment, configuration, and integration of flow record generation systems. The consultant will work closely with Kafka developers, solution architects, and network teams to ensure accurate, high-performance flow data capture and export.

This role is critical to ensure the scalability, observability, and compliance of the network traffic record infrastructure.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

Proven hands-on experience with nProbe Cento in production environments.

• Strong understanding of IPFIX, NetFlow, sFlow, and flow-based monitoring principles.
• Experience with Cloudera SDX, Ranger, Atlas, and KMS for data governance and security.
• Familiarity with HashiCorp Vault for secrets management.
• Strong understanding of network packet brokers (e.g., Gigamon, Ixia) and traffic aggregation strategies.
• Proven ability to design high-throughput , fault-tolerant, and cloud-native architectures.
• Experience with Kafka integration, including topic configuration and message formatting.
• Familiarity with DPI technologies and application traffic classification.
• Proficiency in Linux system administration, shell scripting, and network interface tuning.
• Knowledge of telecom network interfaces and traffic tapping strategies.
• Experience with PF_RING, ntopng, and related ntop tools (preferred).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional technical teams.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Certifications in Cloudera, Kafka, or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Architect, GCP Data Engineer) will be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities :

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