Network Architect
City Of Muntinlupa
What you’ll do
- Perform new and current design assessment with the customer and business requirements into a network solution
- Design standard sets of LAN and WAN Models with High Level Design (HLD) and Low Level Design (LLD)
- Installation of the equipments with setup in coordination with the operator(s) and local teams
- Participate to all the required tests such as failover, validate internet breakout, functionality of existing network devices such as firewall and optimization tools
- Lead Network Fault and Incident Management as needed for Escalations of critical network outages and complex network issues
- Pro-active in ensuring stability, response time, operational consistency and life cycle over the network, while providing monthly reports on activity, quality and performance of this network
- Ensure appropriate documentation, including procedures and SOPs
- Handover to support team
Qualifications
Industry Certifications
- Expertise in LAN/WAN architecture, including:MPLS, IPSec VPNs, GRE tunnels, and Hybrid WAN deployments.SDWAN solutions (e.g., Cisco Viptela, Meraki, Fortinet, or Versa).Strong experience in network hardware configuration:
- Palo Alto Next-Gen FirewallsF5 BIG-IP (LTM, GTM, ASM modules)
Skilled in network protocol configuration and troubleshooting
- Routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIPSwitching protocols: STP, RSTP, MSTPSecurity protocols: IPSec, SSL, GREMulticast & QoS: IGMP, PIM, DSCP, CoS, queuing mechanisms
F5 Load Balancer
- SDWAN:Design and deployment of policy-based routing, application-aware traffic steering, and cloud on-ramp
- Voice over IP (VoIP) & Telephony over IP (ToIP):Understanding of SIP, H.323, QoS for voice, and integration with UC platforms (Cisco CUCM, Avaya, etc.)Soft Skills & Collaboration
- Behavior abilities:1. 8 years of experience in network IT
Must Have
Technical abilities
- Core Experience & Certifications
- Minimum 8 years of progressive, hands-on experience in enterprise and service provider network environments, focusing on:
- Routing & Switching
- Security Architecture
- System Integration
- Proven background in Technical Assistance Center (TAC) or Service Provider operations, with deep troubleshooting and escalation handling.
Industry Certifications
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP) – must have.
- Additional certifications in Palo Alto, F5, or SDWAN technologies are highly desirable.
- Network Design & Administration
Expertise in LAN/WAN architecture, including
- MPLS, IPSec VPNs, GRE tunnels, and Hybrid WAN deployments.
- SDWAN solutions (e.g., Cisco Viptela, Meraki, Fortinet, or Versa).
Strong experience in network hardware configuration
- Cisco ISR/ASR, Catalyst, Nexus switches
- Palo Alto Next-Gen Firewalls
- F5 BIG-IP (LTM, GTM, ASM modules)
Skilled in network protocol configuration and troubleshooting
- Routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, RIP
- Switching protocols: STP, RSTP, MSTP
- Security protocols: IPSec, SSL, GRE
- Multicast & QoS: IGMP, PIM, DSCP, CoS, queuing mechanisms
- Security & Optimization
Firewall administration and policy design
- Palo Alto Networks: App-ID, User-ID, Threat Prevention, Global
- Protect
- Juniper SSL VPN: Secure remote access and endpoint compliance
Network security architecture
- Implementation of Zero Trust, Segmentation, and Access Control
- Integration with SIEM, NAC, and IAM platforms
WAN Optimization & Compression
- Hands-on experience with Riverbed Steel
- Head or similar appliances
- Performance tuning for latency-sensitive applications
- Advanced Technologies
F5 Load Balancer
- Configuration of LTM, GTM, SSL offloading, iRules, and traffic steering
Sdwan
- Design and deployment of policy-based routing, application-aware traffic steering, and cloud on-ramp
- Voice over IP (VoIP) & Telephony over IP (ToIP):
- Understanding of SIP, H.323, QoS for voice, and integration with UC platforms (Cisco CUCM, Avaya, etc.)
- Soft Skills & Collaboration
- Strong documentation and design skills using Visio, Lucidchart, or similar tools.
- Ability to lead technical workshops, vendor assessments, and architecture reviews.
- Collaborative mindset with cross-functional teams including Security, Cloud, and Infrastructure.
Behavior abilities
- 8 years of experience in network IT
- Self motivated, eager to learn new technologies
- Team player, must be able to work with people within and outside of the IT department
- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written. English speaking mandatory
- Ability to analyze and synthesize situations
- Ability to Understand the business constraints
- Evaluate the local risks
- Open for on-site and travel overseas