• Senior Network Architect- Onsite

    Cognizant (Beachwood, OH)


    Senior Network Architect

     

    Requirement

     

    15+ years in these networking & security technologies

     

    10+ years network management & troubleshooting.

     

    8+ years architecting and designing medium to large scale organizations.

     

    Ability to analyze complex network issues and design efficient, scalable solutions

     

    Experience with conducting a full-fledged assessment on network design/ topology, identify gaps and recommendations to improve enterprise-wide network services

     

    10+ years in implementing and maintaining our network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security.

     

    5+ Years Cloud networking and security

     

    10+ Years HLD, LLD, and run.

    Required Skills:

    SD-WAN, Fortinet, Cisco, WAN, LAN, BGP, IPSEC, Datacenter networking Cisco ACI, NX-OS, Spine/leaf , Remote Branch offices, Wireless technologies, Loadbalancer

     

    Network security (DDOS, IDS/IPS, WAF), Firewall, Zscaler

     

    Networking Design & Architecture

     

    Design Assessment and Remediation

     

    Architect is expert on network hardware, software, and protocols, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless, VPNs and virtualization technologies and Security.

     

    Experience with designing and implementing network architectures for medium to large-scale organizations

     

    Ability to analyze complex network issues and design efficient, scalable solutions

     

    Experience with cloud networking esp. Microsoft Azure, SAAS platforms

     

    Experience with conducting a full-fledged assessment on network design/ topology, identify gaps and recommendations to improve enterprise-wide network services. Candidate should have experience preparing such detailed assessment reports.

     

    Knowledge of cybersecurity principles to protect network integrity and data privacy

     

    Experience in managing network projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring to ensure timely delivery

     

    Experience with disaster recovery and capacity planning in coordination with business and enterprise applications

     

    Has ability to design, maintain HLD/LLD documentation.

     

    Automation using tools and technologies on network design and management process

     

    CCIE certification is an added advantage

    Salary and Other Compensation:

    Applications will be accepted until 06/20/2025

     

    The annual salary for this position is between $119,000– $139,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

     

    This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

     

    **Benefits** : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

    • 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

    **Disclaimer:** The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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    Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.