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Location:Bengaluru/Onsite Long term Contract Opportunity Immediate to 2 Weeks Joiners Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure using Cisco technologies.Provide advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for complex network issues across LAN, WAN, wireless, and data center environments.Configure and support Cisco routing and switching platforms including Catalyst and Nexus.Deploy and manage Cisco wireless networking solutions, including controllers and access points.Implement and manage Cisco DNA Center for network automation, provisioning, and assurance.Manage and support Palo Alto (PAN) firewalls and Cisco Firepower firewalls.Manage and optimize network performance, capacity, and reliability.Implement and maintain network security best practices including segmentation, access control, and secure connectivity.Support VPNs, firewalls, and remote access technologies across enterprise environments.Participate in network architecture planning and infrastructure upgrades.Develop and maintain network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.Collaborate with cybersecurity systems, and application teams to ensure secure and reliable connectivity.Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior network engineers.Participate in on-call rotation and incident response for critical network outages.Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve network performance, security, and scalability.Required Qualifications7+ years of experience designing and supporting enterprise networks.Strong expertise with Cisco networking technologies including:Cisco Catalyst switchingCisco Nexus data center switchingWAN routersExperience with enterprise firewall platforms, including:Palo Alto (PAN) firewallsCisco Firepower firewallsExperience managing Cisco wireless networking environments.Experience working with Cisco DNA Center for network automation and management.Deep knowledge of:Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)VLANs, STP, and Layer 2/Layer 3 designHigh availability technologies (HSRP, VRRP, vPC)Network segmentation and security best practicesExperience with VPN technologies (site-to-site and remote access).Strong troubleshooting and network analysis skills.Experience with network monitoring and management tools.Ability to work in complex, high-availability environments.Preferred QualificationsActive Cisco certifications such as CCNP or CCIE.Experience with Nexus Dashboard or SD-WAN solutions.Familiarity with network automation using Python, Ansible, or APIs.Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).Experience integrating network infrastructure with security and identity platforms.