Job Title: Principal Cloud Network Architect
Location: Bengaluru
Employment Type: Contract
Experience Level: 14+ Years
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide operational support for enterprise/carrier-grade networks (14+ years exp.).
- Design and manage Layer 2/3 networking using BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS.
- Architect and evolve data center environments, integrating with AWS Cloud.
- Enhance security using firewalls, DMZ zoning, VLANs, and load balancers.
- Apply deep understanding of IPv4/IPv6, subnetting, and the OSI model.
- Implement network automation and contribute to DevOps CI/CD processes.
- Collaborate with application developers to resolve network configuration issues.
- Mentor junior engineers and drive cloud migration strategies.
- Work with security tools and technologies such as SIEM, DLP, and Cloud Security platforms.
- Utilize tools like GitLab, Linux, and AWS in hybrid and cloud-native environments.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 14+ years in network operations; 7+ in enterprise or carrier-grade networks.
- Expertise in routing/switching (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS).
- Proven experience with cloud and hybrid cloud (AWS preferred).
- Deep knowledge of network security, automation, and DevOps tools.
- Familiarity with SIEM, Firewalls, and Cloud Security strategies.
- Hands-on experience with GitLab runners, Linux systems, and CI/CD pipelines.
