Network Architect [Cisco &Palo Alto]

Cognizant Technology Solutions • San Francisco, CA

256d • $140,000 - $170,000 • Remote

About The Position

The candidate must provide high and detailed Low Level designs for network and security, implementation skills and combine technical intelligence with communication and presentation abilities. This candidate needs to have strong hands-on experience in Cisco networking and ideally experience with Cisco ASA and/or Palo Alto Firewalls. This position requires candidate to do the specific device configuration of all networking equipment. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Azure Networking Services, AWS Networking, Cisco Catalyst, SDWAN Viptela, Switching and Routing, Cisco and Software Defined Networks. This hybrid role requires a deep understanding of network architecture and the ability to design and implement robust solutions that align with our business objectives. Candidate must be an individual contributor capable of self-directed work showing strong leadership and client relationship skills, focused on driving the complete network project. Candidate must be able to assume ownership of assigned task/project and make relevant design decisions needed to provide requested deliverable based on client requirements that meet the CIS Technical Standards. Typically reports to supervisor and Program managers during project phase, Works with CIS Architecture Review Board. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Works with overall Project management and timelines and communication. Will also provide a leadership role and individual contributor role for overall Network Architecture Projects.

Requirements

• Extensive network architecting experience with Palo Alto and Cisco networking, other WAN technologies and Cisco SD-WAN Viptela and Meraki SD-WAN
• Exceptional communication both written and spoken skills - able to speak to top executives, business and technical leaders
• Extensive collaboration and stakeholder management skills
• Applied knowledge of enterprise networking architecture WAN and LAN frameworks, methods, and tools
• Applied knowledge of network and security concepts and technologies
• Applied knowledge of server hardware and virtualization technologies including VLAN/VXLAN
• Some applied knowledge of cloud networking technologies (AWS, Azure, Private cloud, etc.)
• Applied knowledge of high availability networking infrastructure designs and methodologies
• Applied knowledge of systems monitoring and incident handling, capacity planning and performance tuning
• Solid understanding SOX, PCI-DSS, or HPIAA regulatory compliance
• Understanding of FDA IT compliance and quality control and/or Good Manufacturing Process (GMP) a plus

Nice To Haves

• Current (not expired) technical certifications preferred (CISSP, HPE, Silver Peak, Cisco (CNP, CCIE), Red Hat, VMware)
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, information systems or related discipline or demonstrated 12+ years IT related work experience

Responsibilities

• Datacenter/remote office and MFG extensive experience Design and Implementation
• Layer 2/3 technologies - VLANs, vPC, Segmentation
• ACI Design and deployment experience in Datacenters
• Coordinating with Vendors for Support
• Network appliances and firewalls Health Check Monitoring & Reporting
• Configuring and Managing Data or Voice circuits (SD-WAN, MPLS, Internet, SIP)
• Manage routing tables and IP addresses
• Managing network security infrastructure, including firewalls, proxies, web filters, ACLs, and network access control
• Troubleshoot Network Performance issues
• Remote Restarts of Component after Outage/Activities
• Managing Firewall policies on Cisco ASA, Palo Altos, Firepower Devices, Site to Site VPN and ACLs
• Routing/Switching Issues/Changes
• WAN/LAN Troubleshooting
• Performing VLAN/Port MACD
• Network appliance and firewall Firmware/Software Upgrades
• Coordinating Vendor Dispatch Management
• Configure Manage F5 or similar Load Balancer
• Connectivity and link consistency tests
• Network Hardware Diagnostics
• Perform network traffic analysis as needed
• Routing and switching optimization
• Perform Bandwidth Management and Optimization (LAN and Wireless)
• Decommission & Shutdown Activities
• SOP & Run book Creation & Documentation
• Ability to monitor network appliance CPU and memory and interface utilization issues
• Some experience with Intrusion detection and IPS a plus
• Automation experience is a plus, such as automated network device
• Python or other scripting experience

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree