-Monitor and maintain the security of the network & security infrastructure, including firewalls, VPNs, Load balancer, ISE and proxy systems. - Implement security measures to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access. - Analyze and respond to security incidents and breaches, providing timely resolutions. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve overall organizational security posture. - Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and audits to identify potential security risks. - Document security processes and create reporting metrics to track compliance and performance. - Periodically update the system software, taking periodic backup and maintained

device lifecycle - Lead the deployment, configuration, and optimization of network and security devices (routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, WAF, IDS/IPS, etc.). - Validate and implement network/security designs as per project requirements. - Ensure compliance with security standards, policies, and regulatory requirements. - Execute and oversee business-critical changes with proper risk assessment and rollback planning fallowed by CAB process. - Configure and manage firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA, Check Point). - Implement automation for operational activities with python or other scripting tools. Operations & Troubleshooting - Act as the L3 escalation point for complex incidents and problems. - Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for critical issues and provide permanent fixes. - Monitor, analyze, and resolve advanced network and security issues across LAN, WAN, Data Center, and Cloud environments. Required Skills & Experience - Strong knowledge of routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VRF, QoS, MPLS, SD-WAN). - Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, HP, or equivalent enterprise networking gear. - Deep understanding of firewalls, IDS/IPS, WAF, DDoS protection, and VPN technologies. - Experience with SIEM tools, log analysis, and incident response. - Cloud networking/security (Azure, AWS, GCP) is a plus. - Data Center networking (VLANs, VPC, HSRP, LACP, NAT, ACLs). Certifications (preferred): - CCNP/CCIE (Routing & Switching or Security) - Palo Alto PCNSE, Fortinet NSE 4/7, or equivalent - ITIL Foundation (for change/incident management)