Job Description:
This role involves designing, implementing, and troubleshooting network infrastructure, often requiring strong technical skills, customer interaction, and experience in Switching and Routing.
Responsibilities:
· Network Design & Implementation : Deploy and configure Aruba core switches (e.g., Aruba 6400/6300) for campus/data center environments.
· Implement VLAN routing, trunk links, LACP/MCLAG, and ensure compatibility with existing network infrastructure.
· Network Security & Compliance : Ensure compliance with security standards and implement zero-trust security principles.
· Performance Optimization & Troubleshooting : Monitor network performance, conduct capacity planning, and optimize for high performance.
· Troubleshoot complex network issues and provide root-cause analysis.
· Integration & Collaboration : Integrate Aruba solutions with other technologies like SD-WAN and Zscaler for secure connectivity.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless network operations.
· Documentation & Reporting : Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of network architectures, configurations, and operational procedures.
· Provide regular reports on network performance, security, and compliance.
Education and Experience Required:
· Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
· Aruba Certified Switching Professional (ACSP) or equivalent certification preferred.
· Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering, with preferably a focus on Aruba technologies.
Knowledge and Skills:
· Well-tuned background in CX-Switching
· Wireless experience: Site surveys, wireless design,
· Technical understanding and knowledge of the relevant industry
· Basic business acumen and knowledge of root cause analysis and problem detection.
· Effective communication skills, attention to detail, ownership, change management skills, team player and collaborates with product and support teams.
· Experience working in a fast-paced multi-vendor environment involving quick turnaround time.
· Must have prior consulting experience.
· Strong knowledge of routing and switching protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF,EVPN/VXLAN, STP).
· Proficiency in configuring and managing network devices and solutions.
· Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with network analysis tools.
· Ability to automate network management tasks using scripting tools like Python.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology