Senior Network Engineer

Persistent; Pune District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Education sponsorship

Health checkups

Group term life insurance

Long service awards

Job summary

Persistent in Pune seeks a Senior Network Engineer to manage and optimize complex enterprise networks, focusing on routing, switching, firewalls, and Aruba wireless. The role requires 10+ years of hands-on experience and strong expertise in BGP/OSPF, VPNs, PKI, and cloud networking across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

You will lead design, deployment, and troubleshooting, while ensuring security compliance, ITIL-aligned incident management, and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network support, administration, and operations.
• Strong expertise in Routing & Switching technologies including BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VRFs, and WAN environments.
• Proven experience configuring and managing Palo Alto, FortiGate, and Cisco ASA/FTD firewalls.
• Deep knowledge of network security concepts, VPN technologies, IPS/IDS, and access control mechanisms.
• Experience implementing and supporting Windows NPS, RADIUS, 802.1X authentication, and PKI infrastructure.
• Strong working knowledge of Aruba Wireless technologies including Aruba Controllers, Aruba Central, and Access Points.
• Experience with cloud networking services in AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.
• Expertise in network troubleshooting, packet analysis, root cause analysis, and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with SD-WAN, MPLS, hybrid cloud connectivity, and enterprise network architecture.
• Strong understanding of security compliance frameworks, governance standards, and risk management practices.
• Experience working with ITIL-based service management processes and incident management frameworks.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP, PCNSE, Aruba Certified Professional, AWS/Azure Networking, or equivalent will be highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, configure, and troubleshoot enterprise network infrastructure including BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VRFs, MPLS, SD-WAN, VPN, and WAN technologies.
• Administer and support Palo Alto, FortiGate, and Cisco ASA/FTD firewalls, including firewall policies, IPS/IDS, VPNs, and security rule management.
• Deploy, manage, and optimize Aruba wireless solutions including Aruba Controllers, Aruba Central, and Access Points.
• Implement and support Windows NPS for secure network authentication using RADIUS and 802.1X protocols.
• Manage and maintain Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) environments to ensure secure communications and authentication.
• Design and support cloud networking solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP, including hybrid connectivity models.
• Provide Level 3 support for complex network and security incidents, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor network performance, availability, and security posture using enterprise monitoring tools.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Conduct network health assessments, security audits, and vulnerability reviews.
• Create and maintain detailed network diagrams, operational procedures, technical documentation, and configuration backups.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to implement infrastructure enhancements and resolve critical issues.
• Evaluate emerging networking technologies and recommend improvements to strengthen reliability, scalability, and security.

Skills

Routing & Switching

Palo Alto

FortiGate

Cisco ASA/FTD

Aruba Wireless

Windows NPS

PKI

Cloud Networking

AWS/Azure/GCP

SD-WAN

MPLS

Security Compliance

ITIL & Incident Mgmt

Documentation

Stakeholder Management

CCNP

Tools

Aruba Central

Aruba Controllers

Job description

About Position:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer with extensive expertise in managing complex network infrastructures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Routing & Switching, PaloAlto Firewalls, Aruba Wireless, and other relevant technologies. This role requires advanced technical support capabilities and a proactive approach to network management.

• Role: Network Support engineer
• Location: Pune
• Experience: 10-15 years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Design, deploy, configure, and troubleshoot enterprise network infrastructure including BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VRFs, MPLS, SD-WAN, VPN, and WAN technologies.
• Administer and support Palo Alto, FortiGate, and Cisco ASA/FTD firewalls, including firewall policies, IPS/IDS, VPNs, and security rule management.
• Deploy, manage, and optimize Aruba wireless solutions including Aruba Controllers, Aruba Central, and Access Points.
• Implement and support Windows NPS for secure network authentication using RADIUS and 802.1X protocols.
• Manage and maintain Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) environments to ensure secure communications and authentication.
• Design and support cloud networking solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP, including hybrid connectivity models.
• Provide Level 3 support for complex network and security incidents, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor network performance, availability, and security posture using enterprise monitoring tools.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Conduct network health assessments, security audits, and vulnerability reviews.
• Create and maintain detailed network diagrams, operational procedures, technical documentation, and configuration backups.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to implement infrastructure enhancements and resolve critical issues.
• Evaluate emerging networking technologies and recommend improvements to strengthen reliability, scalability, and security.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network support, administration, and operations.
• Strong expertise in Routing & Switching technologies including BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VRFs, and WAN environments.
• Proven experience configuring and managing Palo Alto, FortiGate, and Cisco ASA/FTD firewalls.
• Deep knowledge of network security concepts, VPN technologies, IPS/IDS, and access control mechanisms.
• Experience implementing and supporting Windows NPS, RADIUS, 802.1X authentication, and PKI infrastructure.
• Strong working knowledge of Aruba Wireless technologies including Aruba Controllers, Aruba Central, and Access Points.
• Experience with cloud networking services in AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.
• Expertise in network troubleshooting, packet analysis, root cause analysis, and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with SD-WAN, MPLS, hybrid cloud connectivity, and enterprise network architecture.
• Strong understanding of security compliance frameworks, governance standards, and risk management practices.
• Experience working with ITIL-based service management processes and incident management frameworks.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP, PCNSE, Aruba Certified Professional, AWS/Azure Networking, or equivalent will be highly preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.