Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for Network Automation Engineer role professionals to be part of leading-edge technology projects. Cognizant’s Cloud, Infrastructure & Security Services Practice provides end-to-end solutions covering architecture, design, implementation, management, and on-going support across the entire enterprise technology infrastructure. Our services include a spectrum of management, consulting, and systems integration services to help our clients maximize value in their infrastructure resources, while optimizing infrastructure performance and cost.

The role will require minimum 4 days working from office.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation scripts and tools using Python, Bash, PowerShell, and Ansible.
• Implement and manage global monitoring and network management systems.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and optimize TCP/IP stack and application protocols (DHCP, DNS, HTTP, SNMP, NTP, FTP).
• Manage and support networking protocols and concepts including BGP, OSPF, VRF, NAT, clustering, high availability, load balancing, and QoS.
• Support enterprise LAN and WAN technologies, including SD-WAN solutions.
• Implement and maintain network security solutions (firewalls, VPN, web proxy, NAC, IPS/IDS).
• Deploy and manage enterprise wireless solutions (preferably Aruba).
• Support and integrate public cloud networking concepts in AWS and Azure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure and efficient network operations.
• Document network designs, procedures, and policies.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and recommend improvements for scalability and security.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in automation scripting and tools (Python, Bash, PowerShell, Ansible).
• Hands-on experience with global monitoring and network management systems.
• In-depth understanding of TCP/IP stack and related application protocols (DHCP, DNS, HTTP, SNMP, NTP, FTP).
• Proficiency in networking protocols: BGP, OSPF, VRF, NAT, QoS, high availability, clustering, and load balancing.
• Experience with LAN, WAN, and SD-WAN technologies.
• Strong knowledge of network security concepts (firewalls, VPN, web proxy, NAC, IPS/IDS).
• Knowledge of enterprise wireless solutions (Aruba experience preferred).
• Familiarity with public cloud networking (AWS, Azure).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Relevant certifications (CCNA, CCNP, AWS, Azure, etc.) will be an added advantage.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting and Business Consulting and Services