* Experience : 10+ years in network architecture, infrastructure strategy, and large-scale enterprise migrations.
* Core Expertise : LAN/WAN/SD-WAN, VLAN/VXLAN, hybrid cloud, routing protocols (MPLS, BGP, OSPF, VPNs), and virtualization.
* Technologies : Cisco ACI, SDN, Fortinet & Check Point firewalls, F5 load balancers (LTM, ASM, APM, iRules).
* Cloud : Networking across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
* Security & Compliance : DDoS mitigation, partner connectivity, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST, CIS.
* Additional Skills : Network automation, IP planning, ISP/vendor engagement, high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
* Soft Skills : Strong communicator, able to work with both technical and business stakeholders, collaborating across IT, security, apps, and business teams.
* Education : Degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or equivalent.
Essentially, this role is for a strategic, hands-on network leader with deep technical expertise across traditional, software-defined, and cloud networks, combined with strong security, automation, and stakeholder management skills.