Job Description

Job Description :

YASH Technologies is a leading technology integrator specializing in helping clients reimagine operating models, enhance competitiveness, optimize costs, foster exceptional stakeholder experiences, and drive business transformation.

At YASH, we're a cluster of the brightest stars working with cutting-edge technologies. Our purpose is anchored in a single truth - bringing real positive changes in an increasingly virtual world and it drives us beyond generational gaps and disruptions of the future.

We are looking forward to hire Cisco Routers & Switches Professionals in the following areas :

Experience

1. 8 Years

Job Description

Job Description - L3 Network Associate
Role : L3 Network Associate

Experience: 7-10 Years

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled L3 Network Associate with strong expertise in enterprise network operations, troubleshooting, and design across LAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, security, and monitoring platforms. The role requires deep technical capabilities to handle complex incidents (P1/P2), escalations, and network optimization, along with supporting design validation and architectural improvements.

Soft Skills

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to handle high-severity incidents (P1/P2)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lead troubleshooting efforts and mentor L1/L2 engineers
- Proactive and ownership-driven mindset

Preferred Qualifications

- Cisco certifications (CCNP / CCIE preferred)
- Fortinet certifications (NSE) - added advantage
- Experience in enterprise / global network environments

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Role Expectations

- Act as technical SME for network domain
- Ensure minimal downtime and quick resolution of critical issues
- Drive continuous improvement and automation initiatives
- Support network transformation and modernization projects

Required Technical/ Functional Competencies

Key Responsibilities
Advanced Network Operations & Troubleshooting

- Act as L3 escalation point for complex network incidents (P1/P2)
- Perform deep troubleshooting across LAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, firewall, and routing domains
- Analyze network issues using packet captures, logs, and monitoring tools
- Ensure high availability and performance of enterprise network infrastructure

Switching & Routing (Cisco)

- Configure and manage:

oCisco Catalyst (C9200/C9300/C9500) and Nexus switches

- Strong understanding and hands-on experience with:

oRouting protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP)
oVLANs, STP, Ether Channel, HSRP/VRRP





- Perform software upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management

Wireless (Cisco)

- Strong experience in:

oCisco WLC (9800 / AireOS) and Access Points

- Troubleshoot:

oClient connectivity issues
oAuthentication failures (802.1X, ISE integration)
oRoaming and RF optimization issues
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Security & SD-WAN

- Hands-on experience with:

oFortinet Firewall (policy, NAT, VPN, troubleshooting)
oFortinet SD-WAN (policy, SLA, traffic steering)
oCisco ISE administration (AAA, 802.1X, posture, policies)
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Network Management & Monitoring

- Experience with tools:

oObservium, Solar Winds, SNMP monitoring platforms

- Manage and troubleshoot:

oDNS, DHCP, IPAM (Infoblox preferred)

- Proactively monitor network health and performance
- Identify and mitigate potential issues before impact

Cisco Catalyst Center (DNAC)

- Hands-on experience in:

oDevice onboarding
oTemplate-based configuration
oAssurance and telemetry analysis

- Use DNAC for automation and network visibility

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Design & Architecture Support

- Participate in:

oNetwork design discussions
oArchitecture reviews and assessments

- Provide input for:

oCapacity planning
oNetwork optimization
oTechnology upgrades
ITSM & Process Compliance

- Work within ITSM frameworks:

oService Now / Matrix42 / similar tools

- Follow:

oIncident, problem, and change management processes

- Prepare RCA reports and documentation

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Required Skills

- Strong expertise in Cisco Catalyst & Nexus switching
- Solid knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP)
- Strong hands-on experience in:

oCisco Wireless (WLC/AP)
oFortinet Firewall & SD-WAN
oCisco ISE (AAA, 802.1X)
oForti Gate
oForti Analyzer
oForti Manager
oCisco Meraki (MX, MS, Dashboard)

- Experience with network monitoring tools (Solar Winds, Observium)
- Good knowledge of DNS, DHCP, IPAM (Infoblox)
- Strong troubleshooting skills in enterprise environments
- Understanding of network design and architecture principles

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Soft Skills

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to handle high-severity incidents (P1/P2)




- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lead troubleshooting efforts and mentor L1/L2 engineers
- Proactive and ownership-driven mindset

Preferred Qualifications

- Cisco certifications (CCNP / CCIE preferred)
- Fortinet certifications (NSE) - added advantage
- Experience in enterprise / global network environments

Required Behavioral Competencies

Accountability:

- Takes responsibility for and ensures accuracy of own work, as well as the work and deadlines of the team.

Collaboration:

- Shares information within team, participates in team activities, asks questions to understand other points of view.

Agility:

- Demonstrates readiness for change, asking questions and determining how changes could impact own work.

Customer Focus:

- Identifies trends and patterns emerging from customer preferences and works towards customizing/ refining existing services to exceed customer needs and expectations.

Communication:

- Targets communications for the appropriate audience, clearly articulating and presenting his/her position or decision.

Drives Results:

- Sets realistic stretch goals for self & others to achieve and exceed defined goals/targets.

Resolves Conflict:

- Displays sensitivity in interactions and strives to understand others views and concerns.

Certifications

Professional Certifications in at least two Backup/Storage Technologies Mandatory: Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Microsoft Certified Qualified (MCP), Microsoft Certified Azure Data Scientist, Microsoft Certified Azure Data Engineer

Biz Talk and Azure Certification, AZ104, Oracle Certified Expert (OCE) Desirable: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service on Citrix Cloud Certified (CC-VAD-CC), CISSP, SDN Certification, OCS, AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

Mandatory: ITIL V4 Foundation

At YASH, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. We leverage career-oriented skilling models and optimize our collective intelligence aided with technology for continuous learning, unlearning, and relearning at a rapid pace and scale.

Our Hyperlearning workplace is grounded upon four principles

- Flexible work arrangements, Free spirit, and emotional positivity
- Agile self-determination, trust, transparency, and open collaboration
- All Support needed for the realization of business goals,
- Stable employment with a great atmosphere and ethical corporate culture

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