Cisco ACI Network Architect – L4

Job Title :

Cisco ACI Network Architect – L4

Client : NSE

Payroll : TECEZE

Location : Mumbai

Employment Type : Full-Time

Joiner Requirement : Immediate

Role Overview

We are seeking an accomplished

Network Architect (L4)

with

16+ years of experience

in

Data Center and Network Architecture , specializing in

Cisco ACI fabric design, L2 / L3 fabric modernization , and

large-scale data center transformation . The ideal candidate will architect ultra-low latency network solutions tailored for

regulated financial environments , driving innovation, resilience, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead

end-to-end ACI architecture , fabric design, migration, and multi-site deployments.

Define

ACI policy models , multi-tenancy, segmentation, and integrate with

security and load-balancing ecosystems .

Govern

ACI lifecycle management , SDN roadmap, micro-segmentation strategy, and automation frameworks ( Python / API / Ansible ).

Act as the

final escalation point

for critical network incidents in high-frequency trading environments.

Ensure

fabric resilience ,

disaster recovery design ,

zero-downtime change governance , and

regulatory audit compliance .

Collaborate with

CIO, Cybersecurity, and Platform Heads

to align network strategies with business continuity goals.

Lead

capacity planning ,

performance tuning ,

latency optimization , and proactive

fault analytics

using NAE / APIC insights.

Engage with

OEMs and stakeholders

for technology refresh, RFP evaluations, and

strategic network modernization

initiatives.

Mentor

L2 / L3 operations teams , providing architectural direction and technical governance.

Technical & Leadership Requirements

16+ years

of experience in

Data Center & Network Architecture , with proven

Cisco ACI fabric leadership .

Expertise in

VXLAN EVPN ,

APIC policy abstraction models , and

multi-site architecture .

Experience in

BFSI

or

stock exchange-grade networks

with

ultra-low latency and strict SLA environments .

Strong exposure to

automation ,

API-driven operations ,

ITIL processes , and

fabric security segmentation .

Demonstrated leadership in

engineering governance ,

RCA approvals , and

design sign-offs .

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills for executive-level collaboration.

Preferred Certifications

CCIE Data Center / Cisco ACI Expert-Level Certification / DCACI

ITIL Expert

or

TOGAF / Architecture Governance Certifications

(Preferred)