Enterprise Architect – Network & Connectivity (SDN / Security / Data Center)

Hire Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Role Overview

As an Enterprise Architect , you will lead the strategy, design, and transformation of modern enterprise connectivity by leveraging Software-Defined Networking (SDN), automation, and cloud integration to support large-scale global operations.

You will collaborate closely with engineering, cybersecurity, cloud, and operations teams to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient connectivity across campuses, data centers, airports, and edge environments.

This role focuses on driving enterprise network modernization , simplifying complex architectures, and enabling connectivity as a strategic business capability that supports long-term growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Strategy

- Define and drive the enterprise network architecture roadmap aligned with business and digital transformation goals
- Lead design of SDN-based campus and data center architectures
- Develop scalable and secure connectivity frameworks for hybrid/multi-cloud environments
- Simplify legacy network architectures through modernization initiatives

Design & Implementation

- Architect and oversee deployment of:
- SD-Access fabrics (campus)
- VXLAN EVPN-based data center fabrics
- Enterprise routing and segmentation designs
- Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance across network environments

Security & Segmentation

- Design and implement zero trust principles , network segmentation, and policy-based access
- Integrate network architecture with security controls (FW, NAC, SOC tools)
- Ensure compliance with enterprise security standards and frameworks

Automation & Observability

- Drive network automation strategy using controllers and orchestration tools
- Enable network observability through telemetry, analytics, and assurance platforms




- Improve operational efficiency via policy-driven automation

Stakeholder Collaboration

- Work with:
- Security teams for compliance and risk mitigation
- Cloud teams for hybrid connectivity
- Operations teams for transition and support models
- Act as a trusted advisor to business and IT stakeholders

Governance & Transformation

- Lead enterprise transformation programs related to network modernization
- Define standards, best practices, and architectural governance
- Provide technical leadership in cross-functional initiatives
- Cisco SD-Access – Fabric design, VXLAN overlays, policy enforcement
- NDFC (Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller) – VXLAN EVPN data center fabrics
- Cisco ISE – AAA, posture assessment, endpoint profiling
- FortiManager – Centralized firewall policy management
- FortiAnalyzer – Logging, reporting, and security analytics
- FortiGate Firewalls – IPS/IDS, VPNs, routing, multi-VDOM

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Expertise

- Solid experience in:
- Software-defined networking (SDN)
- Deep knowledge of:
- Routing protocols (BGP)
- Firewall and NAC technologies

Platform Expertise

- Hands-on experience with:
- Cisco SD-Access and Catalyst Center
- Nexus Data Center fabrics (NDFC)

Additional Skills

- Network automation (Python, APIs, or similar – preferred)
- Understanding of cloud networking (AWS/Azure integration)
- Exposure to DevOps / CI-CD practices in networking

Experience Requirements

- Typically 10+ years of experience in enterprise networking
- Leading SDN transformation programs
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Proven leadership in driving cross-functional initiatives
- Strategic mindset with focus on innovation and simplification

Preferred Certifications

- Cisco (CCNP / CCIE Enterprise or Data Center)
- Fortinet NSE certifications
- Cloud certifications (AWS / Azure – preferred)

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