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Tata Consultancy Services lists this Network Architect opportunity in saint paul, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Network Segmentation
Palo Alto
Zero Trust
Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Network Architect to lead the design, transformation, and governance of enterprise network infrastructure across on-premises data centers, manufacturing facilities, and cloud environments. The architect will be responsible for defining the strategic network roadmap, driving modernization initiatives, ensuring secure and resilient connectivity, and supporting large-scale global operations.
The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Juniper networking, enterprise routing and switching, AWS networking, Velo Cloud SD-WAN, network security, and hybrid cloud architecture.
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Architecture & Strategy
Ensure proactive problem management and root cause analysis.
Design and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, Data Center, Cloud networking and Juniper network architectures.
Develop network standards, policies, and best practices.
Lead network modernization initiatives such as SD-WAN, Zero Trust, Cloud Networking, BlueCat DDI internal & external DNS and Automation.
Provide architectural guidance for routing, switching, wireless, security, and hybrid-cloud environments.
Collaborate with security, cloud, infrastructure, and application teams.
Evaluate and recommend emerging networking technologies.
Perform capacity planning, network performance analysis, and optimization.
Lead major migration, integration, and transformation projects.
Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and operational requirements.
Create and maintain architecture documents, network diagrams, and technical standards.
Provide technical leadership and mentoring for engineering and operations teams.
Act as the escalation point for complex network issues and RCA activities
Define and maintain enterprise network architecture standards, reference designs, and technology roadmaps.
Lead network transformation initiatives supporting business growth, operational efficiency, and technology modernization.
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend future-state network solutions.
Establish architecture governance and design review processes.
Routing & Switching Architecture
Design, implement, and optimize large-scale enterprise routing and switching environments.
Architect highly available network solutions
Ensure network resiliency, scalability, and business continuity through redundant design principles.
Juniper Network Solutions
Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Juniper platforms and technologies.
Drive standardization and optimization of Juniper infrastructure globally.
Network Security Architecture
Develop secure network designs aligned with enterprise cybersecurity standards.
Integrate:
Palo Alto Firewalls
Juniper SRX Firewalls
IDS/IPS
Network Segmentation
Zero Trust Architecture
Zscaler Connectivity(ZIA and ZPA)
Clear Pass NAC
Collaborate with security teams on compliance and risk mitigation initiatives.
SD-WAN & Global Connectivity
Design and optimize SD-WAN solutions supporting global locations.
Improve WAN performance, application experience, and cloud access.
Lead carrier and connectivity evaluations.
Technical Leadership
Provide architectural leadership across global infrastructure teams.
Mentor L2/L3 engineers and technical leads.
Support major incidents, problem management, root cause analysis, and service improvement initiatives.
Work closely with business stakeholders, vendors, and service providers.
Security Technologies
Palo Alto
Juniper SRX
IDS/IPS
Zscaler
NAC
Zero Trust
Enterprise Infrastructure
SD-WAN
Data Center Networking
Spine-Leaf Architecture
Wireless Networking
Disaster Recovery & High Availability
Leadership Competencies
Enterprise Architecture Leadership
Strategic Planning
Stakeholder & Executive Communication
Vendor Management
Risk Management
Service Transformation
Manufacturing & Global Operations Support
Salary Range : $120,000 to $150,000 Per Annum
TCS Employee Benefits Summary
Discretionary Annual Incentive.
Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
Family Support: Maternal & Pare ntal Leaves.
Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.
Qualifications
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Worksite address
saint paul, MN, 55199, US
Who can apply
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