Network lead

VicTree Solutions is hiring a Lead Network & Security Engineer for an esteemed client in Pune.

Job Title: Lead Network & Security Engineer

Experience: 1014 Years

Location: Pune

Employment Type: Full-time

Budget: 40 LPA

Location: Pune, On-site

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Department: IT Network & Security / Infrastructure & Operations

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Lead Network & Security Engineer to join our client's IT Infrastructure & Operations team and lead our global network and security function.

This role is both hands-on and leadership-focused, responsible for the design, security, stability, and performance of enterprise network environments across multiple regions.

You will manage and lead a globally distributed team of network engineers, act as the highest technical escalation point, and partner closely with infrastructure, security, and business stakeholders worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Global Network & Security Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and manage a global team of network and security engineers
• Provide technical direction, standards, and best practices across regions
• Act as the senior escalation point for complex global incidents and outages
• Coordinate global changes, upgrades, and maintenance activities
• Ensure consistent network and security posture across all locations

Network & Security Engineering

• Design, implement, and support enterprise network and security solutions
• Lead troubleshooting of complex Layer 2 / Layer 3, firewall, and wireless issues
• Ensure designs align with security best practices, compliance, and business requirements

Cisco & Network Technologies

• Architect and support Cisco Routing & Switching environments
• Design and operate Cisco ISE (802.1X, MAB, Guest, Profiling, TrustSec)
• Utilize Cisco DNA (Catalyst Center) for network design, provisioning, and assurance
• Design and support enterprise wireless networks (Cisco WLC, RF optimization)

Security & Firewalls

• Design, deploy, and manage Fortinet FortiGate firewalls
• Configure and support firewall policies, NAT, VPNs (IPsec / SSL), SD-WAN, and HA
• Lead firewall audits, rulebase optimization, firmware upgrades, and security hardening

Operations, Governance & Tools

• Oversee incident, problem, and change management for global network services
• Participate in CAB and security review forums
• Use network management, monitoring, and logging tools to ensure service health
• Ensure documentation is standardized, audit-ready, and globally consistent

What Were Looking For

Required Experience & Skills

• 1014+ years of enterprise network and security experience
• Proven experience in a senior or lead role managing global teams
• Strong expertise in:
• Cisco Routing & Switching
• Cisco ISE
• Fortinet FortiGate Firewalls
• Cisco DNA (Catalyst Center)
• Enterprise Wireless (Cisco WLC)
• Experience supporting business-critical, multi-region environments

Tools & Platforms

• Network monitoring and management platforms
• FortiManager / FortiAnalyzer (preferred)
• ITSM tools such as ServiceNow
• Logging and SIEM platforms (preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Cisco CCNP or CCIE (Enterprise or Security)
• Fortinet NSE certifications
• Cisco ISE or Security specialization
• Wireless certifications (Cisco or CWNP)
• Experience working in global, follow-the-sun operations models

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong technical leadership and mentoring capability
• Excellent communication with global teams and senior stakeholders
• Ability to balance security, availability, and user experience
• Calm and decisive during incidents and outages
• Ownership-driven mindset with strong accountability

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