Network Architect

Tata Consultancy Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Incentive

Medical Coverage

401K Plan

Job summary

Tata Consultancy Services Limited is seeking a seasoned Network Architect to lead design, transformation, and governance of global enterprise networks across on-prem, manufacturing facilities, and cloud environments.

You will drive a strategic network roadmap, modernization initiatives, and secure, resilient connectivity for large-scale operations, including Juniper routing/switching, AWS networking, SD-WAN, and Zero Trust integration.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Juniper networking and enterprise routing/switching.
• Experience with AWS networking and hybrid cloud architectures.
• Strong understanding of network security and SD-WAN.
• Ability to lead global infrastructure initiatives and mentor engineers.

Responsibilities

• Design and govern enterprise LAN/WAN, data center, and cloud networks.
• Lead SD-WAN, Zero Trust, and Cloud Networking modernization projects.
• Develop standards, policies, and architecture roadmaps.
• Provide technical leadership and escalation for complex network issues.
• Collaborate with security, cloud, and application teams on risk and compliance.

Skills

Juniper expertise

Enterprise networking

SD-WAN

Hybrid cloud

Security architecture

Global operations leadership

Tools

Juniper platforms

BlueCat DNS/DDI

Zscaler connectivity

NAC solutions

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Network Architect to lead the design, transformation, and governance of enterprise network infrastructure across on-premises data centres, manufacturing facilities, and cloud environments. The architect will be responsible for defining the strategic network roadmap, driving modernization initiatives, ensuring secure and resilient connectivity, and supporting large-scale global operations.

The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Juniper networking, enterprise routing and switching, AWS networking, Velo Cloud SD-WAN, network security, and hybrid cloud architecture.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Architecture & Strategy

• Ensure proactive problem management and root cause analysis.
• Design and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, Data Center, Cloud networking and Juniper network architectures.
• Develop network standards, policies, and best practices.
• Lead network modernization initiatives such as SD-WAN, Zero Trust, Cloud Networking, BlueCat DDI internal & external DNS and Automation.
• Provide architectural guidance for routing, switching, wireless, security, and hybrid-cloud environments.
• Collaborate with security, cloud, infrastructure, and application teams.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging networking technologies.
• Perform capacity planning, network performance analysis, and optimisation.
• Lead major migration, integration, and transformation projects.
• Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and operational requirements.
• Create and maintain architecture documents, network diagrams, and technical standards.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring for engineering and operations teams.
• Act as the escalation point for complex network issues and RCA activities
• Define and maintain enterprise network architecture standards, reference designs, and technology roadmaps.
• Lead network transformation initiatives supporting business growth, operational efficiency, and technology modernization.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend future-state network solutions.
• Establish architecture governance and design review processes.

Routing & Switching Architecture

• Design, implement, and optimize large-scale enterprise routing and switching environments.
• Architect highly available network solutions
• Ensure network resiliency, scalability, and business continuity through redundant design principles.

Juniper Network Solutions

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Juniper platforms and technologies.
• Drive standardization and optimization of Juniper infrastructure globally.

Network Security Architecture

• Develop secure network designs aligned with enterprise cybersecurity standards.

Integrate:

• oIDS/IPS
• oZero Trust Architecture
• oZscaler Connectivity(ZIA and ZPA)
• oClear Pass NAC

• Collaborate with security teams on compliance and risk mitigation initiatives.

SD-WAN & Global Connectivity

• Design and optimize SD-WAN solutions supporting global locations.
• Improve WAN performance, application experience, and cloud access.
• Lead carrier and connectivity evaluations.

Technical Leadership

• Provide architectural leadership across global infrastructure teams.
• Mentor L2/L3 engineers and technical leads.
• Support major incidents, problem management, root cause analysis, and service improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with business stakeholders, vendors, and service providers.

Security Technologies

• IDS/IPS
• Zscaler
• NAC
• SD-WAN
• Data Center Networking
• Wireless Networking
• Disaster Recovery & High Availability
• Strategic Planning
• Stakeholder & Executive Communication
• Service Transformation
• Manufacturing & Global Operations Support

Salary Range : $120,000 to $150,000 Per Annum

TCS Employee Benefits Summary:

• Discretionary Annual Incentive.
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
• Family Support: Maternal & Pare ntal Leaves.
• Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
• Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
• Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
• Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.