| Role Name / Designation | Network Subject Matter Expert |
| Purpose of Role / Expectation | Network Infra Management, Administration, Planning & Design |
| Ideal Candidate Profile (Experience) | At least 10 years’ experience in data center network assessment, design, and implementation. Should have worked with various datacenter networking technologies, tools to configure, troubleshoot and report. team. |
| Family | Infrastructure |
| Specialization | Networks - Extreme and CISCO |
| Assessment / Certification mandated for progression | CCNP / CCNP + level ITIL
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- Key responsibilities
- At least 10 years of experience in networking
- Ability to work as a technician, including installing and connecting network devices
- Configuration of Extreme switches via CLI and NMS
- L2 troubleshooting capabilities
- Basic project management skills to coordinate connectivity activities with the overall project manager of the M&A activities
- Hands on Experience on Extreme Network Products & Fabrics for Site Redesigning and Modernization (Hardware Refresh).
- Design, implement, and maintain scalable and resilient network architectures leveraging Extreme Networks products such as ExtremeSwitching, ExtremeRouting, and ExtremeWireless solutions (Includes Security Solutions like NAC A3)
- Develop comprehensive network solutions that incorporate technologies like Fabric Connect for simplified network management and VXLAN for efficient virtualization.
- Lead the deployment of cutting-edge Extreme Networks hardware, including 7X, 5X, 2X series switches, and configure advanced features such as stacking, VLANs, and dynamic routing protocols.
- Implement and optimize ExtremeWireless solutions, including access points, controllers, and cloud-driven management for seamless wireless connectivity.
- Utilize ExtremeAnalytics to monitor, analyze, and optimize network performance, addressing any bottlenecks or issues promptly.
- Implement advanced features like Application Analytics and Control to enhance network visibility and ensure optimal performance for critical applications (Plant, Manufacturing, Office & Project Office).
- Implement and enforce security measures using Extreme Networks technologies such as ExtremeControl for network access control (NAC) and role-based access.
- Utilize ExtremeSecurity features like threat intelligence integration and behavioral analysis to protect against evolving cybersecurity threats.
- Provide advanced troubleshooting and issue resolution for complex network problems using tools like ExtremeManagement.
- Collaborate with Extreme Networks technical support to diagnose and resolve escalated network issues efficiently.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of network configurations, changes, and procedures using ExtremeControl Center.
- Generate regular reports on network performance, security, and capacity utilizing ExtremeAnalytics and reporting tools.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Network Operations, Cloud & On-Prem Infrastructure Operations and Network Security teams, to ensure seamless integration of Extreme Networks solutions.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior members of the network engineering team.