Senior Network Architect - SDWAN

Job Description : Role : Sr. Network Architect SDWANDesign Expertise : - Expertise in Global WAN network design and implementation on SDWAN technologies on Fortinet.- Expertise in BAU Network configuration and management.- Experience in designing integrated WAN and SDWAN solution for big WAN transformation projects.- Expertise in planning and designing WAN transformation and migration methods.- Design, Solution, Build and Deployment Experience on below Advanced technologies : 1. BGP and MPLS.2. VPN technologies IPsec, DMVPN etc.3. Routing protocols OSPF, EIGRP, ISIS etc.4. Multicast technologies.5. SDWAN technologies Fortinet.- Expertise in preparing high quality HLD and LLD design documents.- Identifying cross functional dependencies.- Experience in sequencing the activities, scheduling the tasks and preparing project plan.- Experience in planning and conducting vigorous WAN network tests and generating a detailed test reports.Technical Expertise : - Strong knowledge and expertise in developing a Global WAN solution.- Strong knowledge and expertise in developing SDWAN solution.- Design and implementation of NNI solution in multi-service providers environment.- Good knowledge on public cloud connectivity Cloud exchange, Direct connect, Express route to Public Cloud provides.- Strong knowledge and expertise in developing a datacenter solution using Microsoft AZURE.- Expertise in Implementing and troubleshooting WAN Optimizers.- Good knowledge in Security environment, such as Firewalls, Proxy servers, SSL offloading, VPNs etc.- Detailed knowledge in implementing essential services for DC, such as DNS/DHCP/NTP and IPAM.- Good knowledge in WAN, MPLS and Internet technologies.- Good knowledge in cloud (Public, private and hybrid).Consulting Expertise : - Consulting and understanding holistic WAN requirements with presales.- Conducting project kick off meetings and engaging in detailed technical discussions.- Network strategy and consultancy services.- Assessment and providing Recommendation reports.- Provide network design services which meet and exceed the needs of customer.- Propose and Validate BoM for Network Infrastructure solutions.- Preparing Scope of Work and Project Plans for the Solution.- Closely work with Project Managers and customer technical authority and ensure smooth delivery of project deliverables.- Working with 3rd party hardware and Telco suppliers to ensure delivery expectations are met and issues escalated accordingly.- Escalating overall none delivery issues in timely and structured manner as required.- Providing Technical support to multiple services and other team member.- Working as part of a project in a demanding environment where team work is key to delivering and meeting client commitments.- Complete varied complex/non-standard tasks and may coordinate/oversee work of others.- Understand customer requirements, translating them into refined and detailed specification documents.- Provide resolution to project or customer issues, following proper escalation procedures, in a timely fashion.- Create project documentation and procedures.- To lead the project implementation phase and be responsible for delivery of projects on time and on budget.Troubleshooting Expertise : - Strategic problem solving skills.- Systematic troubleshooting skills.- Deep dive in to detailed analysis with high degree of technical knowledge to solve complex technical problems.- Over all trouble shooting skills including, Compute/Virtualization, Network, Security and DDNI.- Troubleshooting and repairing network issues, as well as developing, applying and enforcing best practices and policies.- Effectively communicating details complex problems to various teams and members.Communication : - Excellent written and verbal communication.- Experience in preparing Solution documents and presentations.- Conducting brainstorming sessions to resolve complex issues with the team.- Presenting solutions to the customers effectively. (ref:hirist.tech)