Network - Manager/Senior Manager - Bangalore

Key Role:

• Perform network management and routine monitoring to ensure connectivity and performance.
• provide technical support for Cisco, HPE Aruba, Palo Alto, Checkpoint & Fortinet products.
• Designing Network solutions for LAN, Wi-Fi, WAN, SD-WAN, ILL, IP Sec Tunnel, Cloud connectivity, multi-cloud environment etc.
• Architect and develop network designs for ODC setup for various clients

Proficiency in:

• Implement and manage site wide connectivity (wired, wireless, SD-WAN) in India and overseas.
• Plan and execute deployment, maintenance and support of all internal IT Network devices.
• Maintain / Achieve high availability for all network systems across Company.
• Manage and optimize network links, network traffic, latency & failover configuration, network devices to meet evolving need of organization.
• Manage network asset life cycle hardware & software.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting of LAN/WAN, BGP, OSPF, ILL and VPN configuration.
• Identify root cause analysis and resolution of critical incidents.
• Configure and manage Checkpoint firewall, FortiGate Firewall, ION Firewall and security protocols.
• Lead the rollout of new IT initiatives & updates ensuring smooth implementation and minimal disruption.
• Document and prepare layout of topologies & configurations.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance during escalations.
• Lead network changes & Change Management.
• Lead security audits and assessments, identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
• Ensure consistent and reliable support of IT across domestic location and overseas locations.
• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure connectivity with Cisco ISE, Cisco SD-WAN, Palo Alto SASE platform.
• Evaluate and select new IT Tools and technologies conducting POC and evaluation process.
• Bring cost-benefit to the overall IT solution with improved performance and user satisfaction.
• Lead and manage a team of IT network fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to team members supporting their professional development.

Ideal Candidate:

• Good experience in the field of Network Operations, Management, Planning and Designing.
• Minimum 8 years experience in the Cloud Computing with Azure / AWS / GCP.
• Preferably experience on SASE platform on Palo Alto / Prisma Access.
• Good Knowledge in Cisco Identity Service Engine, Cisco & HPE Aruba Wireless Controllers.
• Proven experience in a Senior IT leadership role with a strong track record of managing IT operations and audits.
• Deep understanding of modern IT infrastructure, cloud computing and security features.
• Experience with compliance framework such as ISO 27001.
• Excellent leadership, strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive fast growing environment.
• Experience in managing teams across multiple time zones

Desired Skills / Certifications:

• Cisco: CCNA, CCNP OR CCIE

• Checkpoint: CCSA / CCSE

• Palo Alto: PCCSA / PCNSA / PCNSE