Network Specialist

Job Title: Network Specialist
Experience: 3-5 Years
Location: Madurai

About the Company:
Our client is a global technology leader delivering innovative solutions focused on energy efficiency, emission reduction, and advanced mobility technologies. With nearly seven decades of industry expertise, the organization provides cutting-edge solutions across passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, aftermarket systems, and performance technologies.
The company operates globally and continuously invests in advanced digital capabilities including artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud computing, and data platforms to drive innovation. Their AI Center of Excellence plays a critical role in developing intelligent solutions that address complex business challenges and support next-generation technology initiatives.

Role Overview:
We are looking for a skilled Network Specialist to join the enterprise IT Infrastructure team. This is a hands-on individual contributor role focused on managing, securing, and optimizing global enterprise network environments across SD-WAN, Palo Alto Prisma, Cisco technologies, LAN/WLAN, VPN, and network security platforms.
The ideal candidate will work closely with NOC engineers, cross-functional IT teams, and enterprise leadership to ensure network stability, security, and operational excellence across global infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage enterprise network services including Palo Alto Prisma, SD-WAN, Cisco SDA, Firewalls, LAN, WLAN, VPN, DHCP/DNS, and Cisco ISE.
  

• Design and deploy network solutions aligned with enterprise architecture and security standards.
  

• Handle P1/P2 incidents and drive root cause analysis and remediation activities.
  

• Coordinate with L1/L2 NOC engineers and cross-functional technology teams to resolve incidents efficiently.
  

• Drive automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort.
  

• Utilize AI-driven analytics and monitoring tools to optimize network performance and security posture.
  

• Maintain and manage SD-WAN devices, switches, wireless access points, controllers, Infoblox, and WAN infrastructure.
  

• Manage network asset lifecycle including hardware, software licenses, and AMC tracking.
  

• Perform hardware and software upgrades to maintain a secure and optimized network environment.
  

• Plan and govern IP address allocation and maintain network architecture documentation.
  

• Troubleshoot LAN cabling, WAN connectivity, routing, and switching issues.
  

• Monitor enterprise network infrastructure using SolarWinds, Cisco DNAC, and Meraki platforms.
  

• Support disaster recovery planning and network backup strategies.
  

• Ensure compliance with enterprise Information Security and network governance policies.
  

Required Skills:

• 3–5 years of experience in Network and Security domain.
  

• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Prisma / Next-Generation Firewalls.
  

• Strong knowledge of Cisco SDA and Cisco DNA Center.
  

• Experience managing SD-WAN environments.
  

• Expertise in Cisco ISE for network access control and policy management.
  

• Strong knowledge of firewalls, VPN, NAT, and security policy configurations.
  

• Experience managing LAN/WLAN infrastructure and wireless controllers.
  

• Knowledge of DDI technologies including DHCP, DNS, and Infoblox platforms.
  

• Experience with monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Cisco DNAC, and Meraki.
  

• Strong understanding of Routing & Switching protocols including OSPF, BGP, TCP/IP, and Layer 2/3 troubleshooting.
  

Preferred Skills:

• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CCSE, PCNSE, or ITIL.
  

• Experience in enterprise-scale global infrastructure environments.
  

• Exposure to AI-driven network analytics and automation initiatives.
  

• Strong troubleshooting and incident management skills.
  

Eligibility / Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
  

Other Details:

• Notice Period: Immediate to 30 days
  

• Work Type: [Full-time Permanent ]