Network Engineer SDN & Automation Specialist
ECS | Enterprise Change SpecialistsRole Overview
ECS | Enterprise Change Specialists is hiring a mid-level Network Engineer SDN & Automation Specialist. This is a full-time role in IN. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
As a Network Engineer SDN & Automation Specialist, you will be responsible for managing, troubleshooting, and optimizing network infrastructure while driving automation initiatives. Your role will involve handling critical network operations, implementing cutting-edge SDN technologies, and ensuring seamless connectivity across datacenter and branch networks. Your problem-solving abilities, strategic thinking, and commitment to providing 24/7 operational support will be crucial in this position.
- *Key Responsibilities:**
- Manage, troubleshoot, and optimize network infrastructure.
- Drive automation initiatives to enhance network operations.
- Implement cutting-edge SDN technologies such as Cisco ACI and Cisco ISE.
- Ensure seamless connectivity across datacenter and branch networks.
- Provide 24/7 operational support for network infrastructure.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address network issues effectively.
- Stay updated on networking principles, protocols, and technologies.
- *Qualifications Required:**
- Bachelors degree in IT, B. Tech, BE, MCA, BSc, or related Information Systems.
- IT Certifications: CCNA and CCNP.
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in network infrastructure and services.
- Expertise in Cisco switches and routers, Nexus switches, WAN optimizers, and SDN technologies.
- Strong knowledge of networking principles, protocols, and routing.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark and DNS tools.
- Experience with NMS tools like SolarWinds.
- Willingness to provide 24/7 support with a proactive and analytical mindset.
In addition to the mandatory qualifications, the following valuable-to-have skillsets are optional:
- Certifications in Cisco and Dell SDN technologies.
- Certifications in Network Automation tools like Jenkins, Ansible, and GitHub.
- Certifications in Cloud Networking (Azure, OCI) and Aruba Network Technologies.
- Experience with Aruba wireless, CPPM management, and Aruba SDWAN.
- Exposure to cloud networking solutions and scripting/automation skills.
- Familiarity with BMC Remedy, Incident, and Problem Management.
- Banking environment experience and familiarity with Dell Sonic Switches and Silverpeak WAN optimizers.
Your qualifications and experience should include a bachelors degree in a relevant field, a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in network infrastructure and operations, excellent communication skills, proven problem-solving abilities, coordination skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to learn and implement new technologies effectively. As a Network Engineer SDN & Automation Specialist, you will be responsible for managing, troubleshooting, and optimizing network infrastructure while driving automation initiatives. Your role will involve handling critical network operations, implementing cutting-edge SDN technologies, and ensuring seamless connectivity across datacenter and branch networks. Your problem-solving abilities, strategic thinking, and commitment to providing 24/7 operational support will be crucial in this position.
- *Key Responsibilities:**
- Manage, troubleshoot, and optimize network infrastructure.
- Drive automation initiatives to enhance network operations.
- Implement cutting-edge SDN technologies such as Cisco ACI and Cisco ISE.
- Ensure seamless connectivity across datacenter and branch networks.
- Provide 24/7 operational support for network infrastructure.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address network issues effectively.
- Stay updated on networking principles, protocols, and technologies.
- *Qualifications Required:**
- Bachelors degree in IT, B. Tech, BE, MCA, BSc, or related Information Systems.
- IT Certifications: CCNA and CCNP.
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in network infrastructure and services.
- Expertise in Cisco switches and routers, Nexus switches, WAN optimizers, and SDN technologies.
- Strong knowledge of networking principles, protocols, and routing.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark and DNS tools.
- Experience with NMS tools like SolarWinds.
- Willingness to provide 24/7 support with a proactive and analytical mindset.
In addition to the mandatory qualifications, the following valuable-to-have skillsets are optional:
- Certifications in Cisco and Dell SDN technologies.
- Certifications in Network Automation tools like Jenkins, Ansible, and GitHub.
- Certifications in Cloud Networking (Azure, OCI) and Aruba Network Technologies.
- Experience with Aruba wireless, CPPM management, and Aruba SDWAN.
- Exposure to cloud networking solutions and scripting/automation skills.
- Familiarity with BMC Remedy, Incident, and Problem Management.
- Banking environment experience and familiarity with Dell Sonic Switches and Silverpeak WAN optimizers.
Your qualifications and experience should include a bachelors degree in a relevant field, a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in network infrastructure and operations, excellen
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How do I apply for the Network Engineer SDN & Automation Specialist position at ECS | Enterprise Change Specialists?
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Where is the Network Engineer SDN & Automation Specialist position at ECS | Enterprise Change Specialists located?
This position is based in IN. ECS | Enterprise Change Specialists has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Network Engineer SDN & Automation Specialist at ECS | Enterprise Change Specialists earn?
ECS | Enterprise Change Specialists has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Network Engineer SDN & Automation Specialist role at ECS | Enterprise Change Specialists posted?
This role was posted on April 24, 2026 (59 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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