Network Architect

Competencies

Communication Skills

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Planning Skills

SKILL

About Us

Established in the year 2000 in the US, we have global offices in the US, India, UK, Australia, Mexico, and Canada, with best-in-class infrastructure and development facilities spread across the globe. We are an end-to-end solution provider in Banking & Financial Services, Telecom, Healthcare, Manufacturing & Energy verticals and have successfully delivered $1 billion worth of projects for more than 20 Fortune 500 companies.

Position Name

Network Architect

Experience

11 + years

Location

Bangalore

Shift Timings

Custom

Job Description

Requires extensive networking experience, usually 11+ years of revelant experience, advanced certifications (e.g., CCIE), and a deep understanding of network architecture.

Network Design And Planning

• Designing and planning the organization's network architecture to meet current and future requirements.
• Conducting capacity planning to ensure the network can handle current and anticipated traffic.
  
  

Configuration Management

• Configuring routers, switches, and other network devices according to best practices and security standards.
• Implementing and managing VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks) for segmentation and security.
  
  

Firewall Configuration And Management

• Configuring and managing firewall rules to control traffic based on security policies.
• Regularly reviewing and updating firewall configurations to adapt to changing threats and business needs.
  
  

Intrusion Detection And Prevention

• Deploying and maintaining intrusion detection and prevention systems to identify and respond to potential security threats.
• Analysing and responding to alerts generated by intrusion detection systems.
  
  

Network Monitoring

• Monitoring network performance and identifying and addressing bottlenecks or issues.
• Implementing network monitoring tools to detect anomalies and potential security incidents.
  
  

Incident Response

• Developing and maintaining an incident response plan for network and firewall-related incidents.
• Responding promptly to security incidents, investigating root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
  
  

Patch Management

• Regularly applying security patches and updates to network devices and firewalls to address vulnerabilities.
• testing patches in a controlled environment before deploying them to production systems.
  
  

Log Management And Analysis

• Collecting and analysing logs from network devices and firewalls to identify potential security events.
• Implementing log retention policies to meet compliance requirements.
  
  

Backup And Recovery

• Implementing regular backups of network device configurations and firewall rule sets.
• Testing and documenting procedures for restoring configurations in case of a failure or security incident.
  
  

User Access Control

• Managing user access to the network and firewall settings.
• Implementing strong authentication mechanisms and regularly reviewing user access permissions.
  
  

Documentation

• Maintaining up-to-date documentation for network configurations, firewall rules, and related procedures.
• Documenting changes made to the network infrastructure to facilitate troubleshooting and auditing.
  
  

Compliance And Auditing

• Ensuring that the network and firewall configurations comply with industry regulations and organizational policies.
• Participating in and facilitating security audits and assessments.
  
  

Training And Awareness

• Providing training to network administrators and other relevant staff on security best practices.
• Raising awareness about potential security threats and promoting a security-conscious culture within the organization.
  
  

Competencies

Interpersonal Skills

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Key Skills

Network Design and Planning

Configuration Management

Firewall Configuration and Management

Network Monitoring

Soft Skills

Strong Communication skills

Qualification

Any Bachelor's/Master's Degree

Certifications