Network Architect

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We are seeking a seasoned Telco IP Network Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and high-performance IP network solutions tailored for telecommunications environments. This strategic role demands deep expertise in telco-grade security architecture, hybrid cloud integration, and mobile core network design.

You will play a key role in:

• Architecture Development: Design modular and extensible IP network architectures using L3 DC fabric spine-leaf topology and DCI gateway models to support telco-specific workload domains (e.g., OSS/BSS, control/user planes).
• Extensive and detailed knowledge of Telco IP mobile core network and routing protocols.
• Defining future state architecture for mobile IP core network, creating High level design (HLD) and Detailed design documentation.
• Security Design & Risk Assessment: Conduct detailed security risk assessments for mobile core and data centre environments, addressing threats such as lateral movement, segmentation failure, and compliance gaps.
• Firewall & Access Control: Architect perimeter and internal firewall solutions using platforms like Fortinet, and implement micro-segmentation strategies using VRFs, VLANs, and EVPN-VXLAN overlays.
• Hybrid Cloud Integration: Design secure zoning and high-availability integrations across hybrid cloud platforms, ensuring alignment with workload types and compliance standards.
• Documentation & Governance: Maintain comprehensive documentation for IP and firewall designs, including deviation handling procedures and approval workflows in line with Infosec policies.
• Brining in best of industry trends & knowledge and work with multiple OEMs to propose best practice solutions to clients.
• Technical leadership: Represent Capgemini to the client and provide technical leadership to Network Architecture team on the client engagement

• 15+ years of experience in Telco IP network architecture and security.
• Proven expertise in mobile core, transport architecture, and zero-trust security models.
• Expertise in IP and routing & switching protocols.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco ACI, Fortinet firewalls, and SIEM integration strategies.
• Strong understanding of hybrid cloud security, workload isolation, and segmentation techniques.
• Expertise in reviewing current network High level design documents and proposing future state architecture for IP core network.
• Experience in running proof of concept (POC) and design validations in network test labs.
• Technical and people leadership in delivering architecture projects against agreed timelines.
• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, or related field.
• Certifications such as CCIE, CCNP Security, CISSP, or equivalent are highly desirable.

• Experience a Positive Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well-being with hybrid and flexible working arrangements, making it easy to balance your personal and professional life.
• Own your Growth: Dive into endless learning opportunities with courses from Capgemini University and numerous external certifications. Benefit from digital learning platforms and specialized campuses in AI, Cloud, Data, and Sustainability. Propel your career with our award-winning Career Acceleration programs.
• Thrive in an Inclusive Environment: We don't just believe in inclusion; we live it. Be part of a workplace that values authenticity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, even if you don't meet every requirement. Research shows that individuals from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every criterion. If you're excited about this role, we welcome your application and invite you to share what you can bring.
• Work with Integrity: Join a company recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World's most Ethical companies.
• Work with Integrity: Join a company recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World's most Ethical companies.
• Collaborate with Industry Leaders: Gain exposure to top global companies, including 145 of the Fortune 500, through your work with Capgemini.
• Showcase Your Skills: Participate in our internal annual global tech challenges and help address world issues.

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.