Solutions Architect (Cisco Infrastructure)

About the position

Role Purpose



Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end WAN architecture (SD-WAN, MPLS, hybrid connectivity)


• Ensure high availability, redundancy, and automated failover


• Define security architecture and secure access to systems, internet, and partners


• Design Primary & Secondary Hosting Centres (PHC & SHC)


• Support SIP trunking and unified communications


• Produce architecture diagrams (HLD/LLD) and technical documentation


• Provide technical leadership across design and implementation

Scope

• SD-WAN implementation and integration


• Multi-link connectivity (Fibre, LTE, Microwave, VSAT, APN)


• Hosting / co-location architecture


• Network security services


• Partner connectivity

Deliverables

• WAN solution architecture


• Detailed diagrams and documentation


• Security and integration design


• Implementation roadmap

 



Success Criteria

• High availability and performance


• Secure, compliant architecture


• Seamless integration of legacy and modern networks

 


Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Requirements

• 5+ years in network/infrastructure solution architecture


• Proven experience with enterprise WAN and SD-WAN environments

 



Certifications (Mandatory)

• TOGAF 9 or 10


• Cisco CCNP Enterprise or CCIE


• CISSP or CISM

 



Core Skills

• SD-WAN, MPLS, routing (BGP, OSPF)


• Network security (IPSec, segmentation, secure access)


• Network monitoring and orchestration


• Hosting and hybrid infrastructure design

Desired Skills:

• Solutions Architecture
• Cisco
• TOGAF