Network Architect (Bank, Permanent)

Responsibilities Evaluate and recommend emerging network technologies through PoCs and technical assessments, ensuring scalability, resilience, and regulatory compliance for banking environments. Act as the Network Architecture SME, leading end-to-end solution design, planning, deployment, and validation for mission-critical infrastructure. Design, implement, and support network security solutions across LAN, SD-WAN, SASE, firewalls, load balancers, network automation, and observability platforms. Architect and manage advanced data center networks, including spine-leaf, VXLAN/EVPN fabrics, multi-site connectivity, and disaster recovery solutions. Provide expertise in routing, switching, MPLS, Segment Routing, QoS, VRFs, network virtualization, and Zero Trust segmentation. Develop and maintain architecture documentation, including HLDs, LLDs, standards, design principles, and operational runbooks. Conduct network architecture reviews, risk assessments, performance audits, and ensure compliance with security and governance policies. Support major incidents and escalations, driving root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive measures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, regional/APAC stakeholders, and country teams on network design, implementation, troubleshooting, and infrastructure improvements. Manage vendor relationships and coordinate project delivery to ensure services and solutions meet SLA and business requirements. Requirements Minimum 7 years of experience in network design, implementation, and management of large-scale network security platforms. Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with SASE, Cisco SD-WAN, Network Automation, and Observability solutions in large enterprise environments. Strong expertise in enterprise and data center networking, including high-availability, multi-layer architectures and disaster recovery designs. Proficiency with major networking and security technologies, including Cisco, F5, Check Point, Fortinet, and Palo Alto platforms. Experience leading end-to-end technical delivery, with strong technical leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Relevant professional certifications preferred, such as CCIE (Enterprise/Security/DevNet), CCDE, or CCNP. Banking or financial services experience, knowledge of ITSM practices, and familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as MAS, RBI, and BOT are advantageous. GMP Recruitment Services (S) Pte Ltd | EA Licence: 09C3051 | VO UYEN AI LINH | Registration No: R22109232