Lead and support Cisco ACI–based SDN across multi‑data‑centre environments, leveraging Nexus Dashboard and advanced analytics
Design secure, scalable enterprise network architectures, including zero‑trust segmentation and compliance‑driven controls
Drive network automation for provisioning, monitoring, and configuration using DevOps practices and tooling
Act as a senior technical authority, providing mentorship, architectural guidance, and expert support during major incidents
Partner with enterprise architects and global teams to align network designs with business, security, and application needs
Deliver strategic network initiatives across regions, overseeing design, implementation, and operational readiness
Manage incident response, escalation, and stakeholder communication, ensuring timely resolution
Oversee procurement, budgeting, and vendor engagement for network initiatives
Support DNS services, branch networking, and campus automation as part of the broader enterprise network ecosystem

Proven experience delivering Cisco ACI–based SDN in large, multi‑site environments
Strong experience integrating ACI with legacy networks and hybrid cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Deep understanding of network segmentation, zero‑trust architectures, and enterprise security frameworks
Hands‑on experience developing and deploying infrastructure-as-code for network and security platforms (Ansible, Terraform, Git, YAML, JSON)
In-depth understanding of Linux networking, kernel-based switching, and open-source routing stacks (FRR, BIRD, and Quagga)
Solid foundation in Cisco routing and switching (e.g. BGP) and SD‑WAN solutions
Experience with enterprise security platforms (e.g. Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama, F5 load balancers, DDoS protection)
Familiarity with cloud connectivity (e.g. Direct Connect, hybrid on‑prem/cloud networking)
Strong skills in network troubleshooting, performance optimisation, and capacity planning
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills across global teams
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience in network engineering, architecture, and support
Certifications: CCNP – Cisco Certified Network Professional (Data Center) preferred ITIL Foundation – IT Service Management

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