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Saasvaap - Lead Network Engineer

Saasvaap techies pvt lmdChennai

30+ days ago

Job description

Role : Lead Engineer - Networks (IT Infrastructure)

Location : Chennai (Work from Office)

Shift Timing : 9 : 30 AM - 6 : 30 PM IST

Role Overview :

We are seeking an experienced Lead Engineer - Networks with strong expertise in enterprise-class networking, security, and IT infrastructure operations.

The role involves managing, implementing, and supporting large-scale network environments, including Global WANs, Data Centers, Cloud Networking, and Security Infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert (SME) in multiple networking technologies, capable of driving high availability, scalability, and security across a global IT environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Provide production and technical support for networking services in a large-scale enterprise environment (30,000+ employees, 100+ global sites).
Manage and support Data Center and LAN / WAN infrastructures, including Spine-Leaf topology deployments.
Act as SME for WAN, LAN, Data Center, VPN, and Client Connectivity services.
Implement, manage, and troubleshoot Enterprise-class Data Centers and Global WAN infrastructures using technologies such as MPLS, ATT Anira / AVPN, IP-Sec VPN, IZO, etc.
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Meraki, Arista, Aruba, and Cisco switches and HPE Aruba Wireless Infrastructure (mandatory).
Manage Layer 7 Firewalls (Palo Alto, Checkpoint), FortiGate Firewalls, and SSL VPN platforms (Ivanti / Pulse Secure).
Strong hands-on experience with Zscaler (ZIA & ZPA) in large environments.
Support WAN-Optimizers, Packet Shapers, and Load Balancers (F5 LTM, GTM, APM, AFM).
Work on Cisco Nexus (7k, 9k), Cisco 6500s, Cisco ASR / ISR routers, Cisco WAAS, Meraki, and Cisco ACS.
Utilize SolarWinds and other monitoring / diagnostic tools for proactive network management.
Capture, analyze, and interpret network traffic (packet captures) for troubleshooting.
Prepare and maintain high-quality network documentation (Visio).
Participate in new technology initiatives, Proof-of-Concepts, and service development.
Support and manage Cloud Networking (AWS, Azure : VNET, VPN Gateways, VWAN, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, Subnets, etc.
Collaborate across geographies and time zones, ensuring reliable global network performance.
Contribute to IPAM implementation and management (added advantage).

Required Skills & Experience :

6 - 8 years of experience in Networking Services, Production, and Technical Support.

Proven expertise in Enterprise-scale Network Infrastructure and Global WAN Management.

Strong understanding of Networking & Network Security Technologies.

Hands-on with Meraki, Arista, Aruba, Cisco networking, and HPE Aruba Wireless (mandatory).

Strong firewall expertise : Palo Alto, Checkpoint, FortiGate.

Proficiency in Zscaler (ZIA / ZPA) for large deployments.

Experience with WAN optimizers, load balancers (F5), and monitoring tools (SolarWinds mandatory).

Practical experience in SD-WAN implementation & troubleshooting, especially CATO Networks.

(Knowledge of Versa, Fortinet, Aruba, Velocloud is an advantage.

Cloud networking experience in AWS & Azure is mandatory.

Strong knowledge of ITIL processes and certifications in CCNA / CCNP (at least one domain).

Excellent communication (oral & written), documentation, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global, multi-time-zone environment.

Self-starter with strong learning agility and problem-solving mindset.

Education & Certifications :

CCNA / CCNP certification (minimum one domain required).

ITIL certification (mandatory).

Additional cloud / network certifications preferred.

(ref : hirist.tech)

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