Network Engineer SD WAN Ops

Accenture PLC; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture PLC is seeking an experienced Network Engineer with 8–10 years of hands-on experience in enterprise-grade network and security infrastructure. The role emphasizes availability, performance, reliability, and security across firewalls, load balancers, routers, switches, SD-WAN, and wireless technologies.

You will troubleshoot complex issues, participate in design and deployment, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to improve network operations and service delivery.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of enterprise networking experience.
• CCNP/CISSP certifications preferred.
• Willing to work in shifts and independently.
• Education: fifteen years of full-time study required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support enterprise network infrastructure including security devices.
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco, Fortinet, and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Administer F5 and NetScaler load balancers for high availability.
• Maintain Cisco routers/switches across core, edge, and data centre.
• Deploy Cisco SD-WAN and Meraki devices.
• Design and implement networking solutions for data centres.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Provide Level 3 support and coordinate with vendors.
• Maintain accurate network documentation and records.
• Ensure QC standards and inspection protocols.

Education

CCNP

CISSP

15 years education

Tools

Cisco devices

Fortinet devices

Palo Alto devices

F5 load balancers

NetScaler load balancers

Cisco Meraki

SD-WAN

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer with 8-10 years of relevant experience in managing and supporting enterprise-grade network and security infrastructure. The role is responsible for ensuring the availability, performance, reliability, and security of customer networks, with hands-on expertise across firewalls, load balancers, routers, switches, SD-WAN, and wireless technologies. The ideal candidate is self-driven, capable of working independently, and experienced in troubleshooting complex technical issues and improving network operations and service delivery.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage and support customer network infrastructure, including firewalls, routers, switches, load balancers, and wireless access points.
• Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Cisco, Fortinet, and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Administer and optimize F5 and NetScaler load balancers to support high availability and performance.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Cisco routers and switches across core, edge, production, and data centre environments.
• Deploy and manage Cisco SD-WAN solutions and Cisco Meraki routers, switches, and access points.
• Design and deploy networking solutions across data centre environments.
• Participate in network design, implementation, testing, documentation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Provide Level 3 support for escalated network incidents and coordinate with OEMs and vendors as required.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of network services.
• Maintain accurate records of network configurations, incidents, troubleshooting activities, and resolutions.
• Ensure adherence to applicable quality control standards and inspection protocols.

Professional & Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of enterprise networking concepts, terminology, protocols, and security principles.
• Hands-on expertise with Cisco, Fortinet, and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Practical experience with F5 and NetScaler load balancers.
• Strong working knowledge of Cisco routers, switches, SD-WAN, and Cisco Meraki solutions.
• Proven experience managing production, core, edge, wireless, and data centre network infrastructure.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication, stakeholder coordination, and technical documentation skills.
• Familiarity with quality control, inspection methodologies, and process optimization in network operations.

Additional Information

• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in enterprise networking.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform effectively under pressure.
• Willingness and ability to work in shifts.
• Certifications such as CCNP, CISSP, or equivalent are preferred.
• Fifteen years of full-time education is mandatory.