Network Consultant-26000545

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Role Summary We are looking for a Network Consultant with strong hands\-on expertise in WAN and SD‑WAN technologies to design, implement, and support enterprise\-wide WAN solutions. The consultant will work closely with business, application, security, and infrastructure teams to translate requirements into robust, scalable, and secure WAN architectures. This role requires deep technical skills, strong troubleshooting capability, and the ability to independently drive delivery across multiple WAN environments. Key Responsibilities Requirements Gathering \& Stakeholder Engagement * Work with internal teams and customers to understand business, application, and network requirements. * Translate functional and non\-functional requirements (performance, resiliency, security, cost) into technical WAN solutions. * Clearly explain design choices, risks, and trade\-offs to both technical and non\-technical stakeholders. WAN \& SD\-WAN Design * Design and contribute to enterprise\-grade WAN and SD\-WAN architectures, including: * Multi\-region and multi\-vendor SD\-WAN environments * Hybrid WAN (MPLS, Internet, LTE/5G) * High\-availability and active/active designs * Create and maintain: * High\-Level Designs (HLDs) * Low\-Level Designs (LLDs) * Network diagrams and operational documentation * Design and validate routing solutions using: * MPLS, OSPF, and BGP * Traffic engineering, route redistribution, and failover mechanisms Implementation \& Delivery * Perform hands\-on implementation of: * SD\-WAN solutions * WAN routing and connectivity for branch, data center, and cloud locations * Support: * New site rollouts * MPLS\-to\-SD\-WAN migrations * WAN upgrades and technology refresh initiatives * Execute testing, cutover activities, and post\-implementation validation to ensure successful delivery. Operations \& Advanced Troubleshooting * Provide L3/L4 support for incidents and complex WAN issues. * Troubleshoot problems related to: * OSPF/BGP routing instability * MPLS and Internet circuit performance * SD\-WAN path selection and application routing * Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and contribute to permanent fixes. * Proactively optimize WAN performance, stability, and cost efficiency. Vendor \& Service Provider Coordination * Work with telecom providers and SD\-WAN vendors on: * Circuit provisioning and decommissioning * Fault resolution and escalations * SLA adherence and service quality issues * Support commercial and technical discussions related to WAN services. Documentation \& Standards * Maintain accurate documentation, SOPs, and knowledge articles. * Ensure solutions comply with enterprise architecture, security policies, and operational standards. * Contribute to defining best practices and reusable WAN design patterns. Required Qualifications * 12\-15 years of experience in enterprise network engineering or consulting. * Strong hands\-on experience with: * WAN and SD\-WAN design, implementation, and operations * MPLS, OSPF, and BGP * Experience working independently on customer engagements or internal delivery initiatives. * Solid understanding of: * TCP/IP fundamentals * Latency, jitter, packet loss, and QoS * High availability and resiliency design * Excellent troubleshooting skills in complex, multi\-site WAN environments. Preferred / Nice\-to\-Have Skills * Experience with SD\-WAN vendors such as Cisco, Fortinet, VMware, Versa, or Palo Alto. * Exposure to cloud networking and WAN connectivity (AWS, Azure, or GCP). * Basic automation or scripting knowledge (Python, APIs, configuration templates). * Experience supporting global WAN environments with multiple carriers. Education \& Certifications (Preferred) * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience. * Relevant certifications such as: * CCIE (Enterprise or Service Provider) * SD\-WAN vendor certifications Behavioral Competencies * Strong ownership and delivery mindset * Clear communication and customer\-facing skills * Structured problem\-solving ability * Ability to work effectively across cross\-functional teams * Comfortable operating in fast\-paced, multi\-project environments