Network Security Architect (15+ years experience) -Remote with Travel

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Data Center Network
& Security Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and management of complex
network and security infrastructures. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise
across a wide range of technologies including Cisco Nexus, Check Point, Cisco
ISE, Palo Alto, Arista, HP Aruba, and Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela), with a strong
background in routing protocols, wireless, and data center technologies such
as VXLAN, VPC, and VDC.

Key Responsibilities:
Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance data center network
architectures.
Lead deployment and configuration of Cisco Nexus (2K/5K/7K/9K), FEX, VDC, VPC,
and VXLAN technologies.
Configure and manage Check Point and Palo Alto firewalls, including policy
management, VPNs, and threat prevention.
Deploy and manage Cisco ISE for network access control and identity-based
security.
Implement and support Cisco Wireless solutions and Cisco DNAC for automation
and assurance.
Design and maintain MPLS, BGP, OSPF, and other routing protocols in enterprise
environments.
Integrate and manage Cisco CUCM for unified communications.
Deploy and operate Cisco Viptela SD-WAN solutions.
Work with Arista and HP Aruba switches and wireless infrastructure.
Create and maintain High-Level Designs (HLD) and Low-Level Designs (LLD),
network diagrams, and documentation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure and efficient network
operations.
Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
15+ years of experience in enterprise network and security engineering.
Deep hands-on experience with:
Cisco Nexus (2K 9K), FEX, VDC, VPC, VXLAN
Cisco ACI Solution
Check Point and Palo Alto firewalls
Cisco ISE, Cisco DNAC, Cisco Wireless
Cisco Viptela SD-WAN, Cisco CUCM
Routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS
Arista and HP Aruba networking
Strong documentation skills with experience in creating HLDs, LLDs, and operational
runbooks.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.

Preferred Certifications:
CCIE (Routing & Switching / Security / Data Center) Preferred
Check Point CCSA/CCSE
Palo Alto PCNSE
Cisco Certified Specialist (ISE, DNAC, SD-WAN)