Job Title: Network Lead Administrator

Location: Bengaluru / Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Mumbai, Coimbatore

Experience: 6 to 15 years

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary/CTC: Up to 30 LPA (Depending on current CTC, Negotiable for the right candidate)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Lead Administrator to oversee and manage our critical network infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for the high-level configuration, seamless deployment, and advanced troubleshooting of enterprise Data Center networks, modern SD-WAN solutions, and cutting-edge security platforms.

If you have a strong background in managing complex dual-OEM environments and possess a knack for leading technical resolutions, we want you on our team.

Key Responsibilities

Network Operations: Lead end-to-end network operations, ensuring high availability and performance across LAN/WAN and Data Center networks.
Implementation & Troubleshooting: Execute advanced configuration, implementation, and deep-dive troubleshooting across multi-vendor environments (primarily Cisco and Aruba).
Wireless Infrastructure: Deploy, configure, and manage high-scale Wireless WLC/AP infrastructures using Cisco, Juniper, or Aruba platforms.
SD-WAN Management: Own the deployment and configuration of modern SD-WAN architectures.
Network Security: Maintain network integrity and security policies using enterprise load balancers and firewalls.
Niche Tech Integration: Lead technical roadmaps involving next-generation, software-defined infrastructure.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills:

Core Infrastructure: Expert-level knowledge in Data Center networks, LAN/WAN architecture, Routing & Switching.
Multi-Vendor Hardware: Hands-on expertise with Cisco and Aruba OEMs.
Wireless: Proficient in Wireless WLC/AP infrastructure management (Cisco, Juniper, or Aruba).
SD-WAN Solutioning: Hands-on experience deploying and configuring at least one major SD-WAN platform: Cisco, Palo Alto, HPE, Versa, Velocloud, or Fortinet.
Network Security & Application Delivery: Strong experience working with F5-LTM/GTM and Palo Alto Firewalls (FW).
Next-Gen/Niche Technologies: Hands-on configuration and troubleshooting experience in at least one of the following: Cisco ACI, NSX, SDN, SDA, or DNAC.

Certifications (Mandatory/Preferred):

CCNP Enterprise
HPE Aruba Network Certification