Director - Network & Infra Services

Jiostar; Mumbai; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

JioStar is seeking a Director of Network & Infra Services to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise, data center, cloud, and security infrastructure. The role requires deep expertise in networking, virtualization, Linux OS, cloud networking, and large-scale production environments.

You will oversee enterprise networks, data centers, hybrid cloud, and security integrations. The candidate should have extensive experience with high availability, low latency architectures,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication) or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in Enterprise Networks, Data Centers, Hybrid Cloud deployments and security infrastructures.
• Preferred certifications: CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure, CCNP Enterprise, Fortinet NSE, Palo Alto PCNSE.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and manage highly available Enterprise and Data Center networks.
• Define network standards, architecture and best practices for operations.
• Lead network modernization and digital transformation projects; manage capacity planning and tech refresh.
• Mentor engineers and drive automation and incident response excellence.

Skills

Networking

BGP

VXLAN EVPN

Security Architecture

Low Latency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Zabbix

Wireshark

VMware

Job description

Director - Network & Infra Services### Director - Network & Infra ServicesApply: Mumbai - Urmi: Full time: Posted Today: JR12508Role SummarySeeking a highly experienced Director – Network & Infrastructure Architecture to lead the design, implementation, optimisation and operations of our Enterprise, Data Center, Cloud and Security Infrastructure. The ideal candidate should possess deep expertise in Networking, infrastructure, Virtualization, Linux OS, Cloud Networking and Large-Scale Production environments with proven experience in designing highly available, low-latency and mission-critical infrastructure.The candidate should have extensive experience managing Enterprise Networks, Data Centers, Hybrid Cloud deployments, multicast environments, Live Media Streaming infrastructure, Zero Trust architecture, High Frequency Trading (HFT) networks and Large-Scale Network Security implementations. Key Responsibilities Enterprise Network Architecture* Design, implement and manage highly available Enterprise and Data Center networks.* Define network standards, architecture and operational best practices.* Build scalable network solutions with high availability and redundancy.* Design Campus, WAN, Data Center and Hybrid Cloud connectivity.* Plan capacity upgrades and technology refresh initiatives.* Lead network modernisation and digital transformation projects.Routing & Switching* Design and troubleshoot complex Layer-2 and Layer-3 networks.* Design low latency networks.* Extensive experience with:* BGP* OSPF* VXLAN EVPN* Multicast* VRRP/HSRP* ECMP* LACP & MLAG/vPCData Center Technologies* Cisco Nexus architecture* Spine-Leaf architecture* VXLAN EVPN* Data Center Interconnect (DCI)* Storage networkingSecurityDesign and manage enterprise security infrastructure including:* Palo Alto Firewalls* Fortinet Firewalls* Cisco ASA* Juniper SRX* Checkpoint* IPS/IDS* Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)* SSL VPN* IPSec VPN* MFA & Identity integrations* Role Based Access Control (RBAC)* AAA (RADIUS/TACACS+/LDAP)Cloud & Hybrid Infrastructure* AWS Networking* Hybrid Cloud connectivity* VPN Connectivity* Direct Connect* Cloud Security* VPC Architecture* Transit Gateway* Cloud FirewallsLinux & Systems* RedHat Enterprise/Ubuntu* DNS* DHCP* FTP* PXE* Performance optimization* Shell scriptingVirtualization* VMware ESXi* VMware vCenter* High Availability clusters* vSwitch* Distributed vSwitch* VM networking* Storage connectivityApplication Delivery* F5 Load Balancers* iRules* SSL Offloading* Traffic steering* Application redirection* Reverse ProxyMonitoring & Automation* Zabbix* Wireshark* Packet Analysis* Root Cause Analysis* Performance Monitoring* Jira* Documentation* Change ManagementLive Media & OTT Infrastructure* Live Video Streaming Architecture* Multicast Distribution* Broadcast Network Design* AWS Media Delivery* High Availability Streaming Infrastructure* Low Latency Media Delivery* Disaster Recovery Planning Leadership Responsibilities* Lead Network Engineering and Infrastructure teams.* Define technology roadmap.* Vendor evaluation and management.* Budget planning.* Solution architecture reviews.* Drive automation initiatives.* Conduct RCA and continuous improvement.* Collaborate with Cloud, Security, Platform, and Application teams.* Mentor engineers and establish operational excellence. Key Skills & CompetenciesNetworking* Cisco* Nexus* BGP* VXLAN EVPN* Multicast* Routing PoliciesSecurity* Palo Alto* Fortinet* Cisco ASA* VPN* ZTNA* MFASystems* Linux Administration* VMware* DNS* DHCP* Shell ScriptingCloud* AWS* Hybrid Cloud* Direct Connect* Cloud NetworkingMonitoring* Wireshark* Zabbix* RCA* Performance Analysis Preferred Certifications* CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure* CCNP Enterprise* Fortinet NSE* Palo Alto PCNSE* AWS Solutions Architect Preferred Experience* Enterprise Networks* OTT / Media Streaming* Cloud Infrastructure* Large Data Centers* ISP or Telecom Networks* Global Enterprise Infrastructure Soft Skills* Excellent communication and stakeholder management.* Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.* Ability to lead critical incident management.* Experience handling production environments with high availability requirements.* Strong documentation and presentation skills.* Ability to mentor and build high-performing engineering teams. EducationBachelor's Degree in Engineering (Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication) or equivalent. Preferred (Good To Have)* CISCO ACI* SD-WAN* Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / Ansible)* Python for Network Automation* Kubernetes Networking* Service Mesh* Network Automation using APIs* GitOps### About UsPerched firmly at the nucleus of spellbinding content and innovative technology, JioStar is a leading global media & entertainment company that is reimagining the way audiences consume entertainment and sports. Its television network and streaming service together reach more than 750 million viewers every week, igniting the dreams and aspirations of hundreds of million people across geographies. JioStar India Private Limited (formerly known as Star India Private Limited) is an equal opportunity employer. The company values diversity and its mission is to create a workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. The company ensures that the work environment is free from any discrimination against persons with disabilities, gender, gender identity and any other characteristics or status that is legally protected.