CBTS - Lead Engineer - Network Engineering

Lead Engineer - Network Engineering Experience : 7 - 10 years Location : Chennai Shift : Rotational Shift (24-7) Qualifications : - Technical experience in Data Center and Enterprise Routing and Switching is required. - In-depth knowledge of implementing and supporting multi-vendor complex Routing and Switching infrastructure. - Ability to troubleshoot large enterprise networks. - Ability to explain technical concepts, give clients guidance and vision about the solution. - Experience with network topology modeling analysis. - Support of new technology solutions like automation and SD-WAN / SD-DC. - Experience with development of build of materials lists, obtaining quotes, and producing technology refresh plans. - Ability to work independently, self-starter required. - Experience supporting network security devices (IPS/IDS, Firewalls, Load balancers) and Encryption devices. - Proven experience working with Network Management and Analysis tools. - Experience working with cloud networking. - Experience with installation of structured cabling. - Provide technical input on the Networking needs of all software and hardware used in the customers environment, which includes multi-vendor solutions. - Experience with Data Center, VOIP, network and security engineering and design. - Experience with network and security automation preferred, i.e. Ansible, Python, JavaScript, Terraform, etc. - Experience with network vendor APIs a plus. - Experience with Cisco, VMware Velocloud, Palo Alto, or any other SDWAN vendor a plus. - Experience with Cisco, VMware, Palo Alto or any other SASE vendor a plus. - Experience with Azure, AWS and/or GCP a plus. - SD-WAN or SASE-related experience, not just traditional R & S. - Enterprise traditional network support (R & S, hardware, etc.) and NaaS, programming, automation, SD-WAN type work. - They will be on the forefront of service build out exposure to the latest and greatest technologies while still working with some traditional network engineer tasks. Requirements : - 6+ years minimum experience in Network Engineering in a Managed Service Provider or similar workspace or 5+ minimum experience in a Network Engineering role in a Enterprise workspace. - Vendor Associates, I.E CCNA, JNCIA, etc or higher level network certification. - Associates degree in Information Technology or related field. - Experience with network and security automation preferred, i.e. Ansible, Python, Javascript, Terraform, etc. Responsibilities : - Collaborate with Managed Service Providers, Architects, Security, and Engineers for Network transformation and improvements. - Design and implementation of networking solutions. - Assist in efforts with tools/product selections and conducting proof of concepts. - Provide input and comprehensive review of design documents, provide verbal and written feedback to the author. - Ability to think technically then translate into clear verbal and written communications for technical and non-technical audiences. - Create documents and presentations. - Provide recommendations to be considered in developing the Technology roadmap. - Collaborate closely with Enterprise Architects, Security, and IT staff to drive company objectives. - Implement best practices and standards, and drive technology portfolio management discipline. - Ensure adherence to standards and reference architectures for the domain. - Communicate clearly and effectively with architecture, project / program managers etc.