As an Enterprise Network Architect – Infrastructure & DDI , you will design and oversee the implementation of secure, scalable, and regionally integrated network infrastructure across offices. This strategic role combines deep technical expertise with hands‑on design ownership, ensuring enterprise connectivity, resilience, and compliance.

What You'll Do and How You'll Succeed

Network Architecture & Design

- Architect and document enterprise LAN/WAN infrastructure including core/access switching (Cisco C9300/C9200), WAN edge routing (Cisco C8300/C8200), VLANs, and IP segmentation.
- Design and implement SD‑WAN architecture with multi‑region integration (Americas, EMEA, APAC).
- Define HA, redundancy, and failover strategies across routing, switching, and WAN links.

Wireless & Access Infrastructure

- Design and standardize Wi‑Fi networks (Cisco Catalyst 9100, 9800 WLC).
- Integrate identity‑based VLAN assignment using Cisco ISE/NPS with 802.1X/EAP‑TLS.
- Optimize wireless coverage, RF planning, and energetic AP load balancing.

DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM)

- Architect and deploy Infoblox DDI solutions (Grid Master/Members, HA).
- Integrate DHCP/DNS services with IPAM, ISE, and Active Directory.
- Define IP address management schema, subnet design, and discovery policies.

Security & Policy Integration

- Collaborate with security teams on firewall integration and policy routing.
- Implement secure dynamic VLANs and posture‑based access via Cisco ISE.
- Define network zoning, segmentation, and east‑west traffic controls.

Documentation & Standards

- Produce HLDs, LLDs, implementation plans, and As‑Built documentation.
- Establish configuration standards, naming conventions, and operational runbooks.

We'd Love to Hear From You If...

Experience

- You have 15+ years of enterprise network engineering/architecture experience.




- You have proven expertise in designing multi‑site, multi‑region enterprise networks.
- You have strong understanding of 802.1X, EAP‑TLS, RADIUS, and certificate‑based authentication.
- You have experience with SD‑WAN solutions (Cisco SD‑WAN/Meraki/Viptela preferred).

Technical Expertise

- You have deep hands‑on expertise with Cisco enterprise routing/switching (Catalyst 9K, IOS‑XE).
- You are skilled with Cisco WLCs (9800 series) and Wi‑Fi 6 APs.
- You have experience with Cisco ISE or Microsoft NPS for identity‑based access.
- You are proficient with Infoblox or similar DNS/DHCP/IPAM solutions.
- You know BGP, OSPF, HSRP, VRRP, and Policy‑Based Routing.

Ways of Working

- You demonstrate strong documentation and presentation skills.
- You lead design workshops and interface effectively with global stakeholders.
- You are proactive, structured, and capable of driving complex technical decisions.

Preferred Certifications

- CCNP Enterprise or CCIE (Routing & Switching / Enterprise Infrastructure).
- Infoblox Core DDI Certified (CDCA/CDIA).
- Cisco Certified Specialist – Enterprise Wireless Design.
- Microsoft or Cisco security certifications (advantage).

Who We Are Thakral One is a consulting and technology services company headquartered in Singapore, with a pan-Asian presence. We focus primarily around technology-driven consulting, adoption of value-added bespoke solutions, enabling enhanced decision support through data analytics, and embracing possibilities in the cloud. We are heavily inclined towards building capabilities collaboratively with clients and believe strongly in improving grounded and practical outcomes.

This approach is possible through our partnership with leading global technology providers and internal R&D; teams. Our clients come from Financial Services, Banking, Telco, Government, Healthcare, and Consumer-oriented organisations.

📌 Enterprise Network Architect - Infrastructure & DDI (India) (Bangalore Urban)
🏢 Thakral One
📍 Bangalore Urban