Platform Network Solution Architect Director

Locations

London | Boston | Gurgaon

The IT Secure Infrastructure Engineering (SIE) team is seeking an experienced Network Solution Architect. The individual in this role will be part of the team responsible for BCG's Infrastructure Strategy with a focus on the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise-grade network solutions across the on-premises and multi-cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise with Cisco Appliances, AWS and/or GCP networking, and a strong proficiency with Infoblox DNS, Palo Alto Firewalls, Velo Cloud SD-WAN, Zero Trust solutions like Zscaler, and Azure networking.

The role requires a strategic thinker that can translate business needs into secure, scalable, and resilient network architectures while collaborating with diverse and globally distributed teams.

YOU’RE GOOD AT

• Architecture and Design
  • Develop end-to-end network architectures that integrate AWS, GCP, Azure, and Cisco IOS platforms
  • Design Core Network Protocol (DNS, NTP, DHCP) deployments with tools like Infoblox
  • Design secure perimeter and segmentation strategies with Palo Alto Firewalls
  • Lead SD-WAN design and deployment using Velo Cloud to optimize global connectivity
• Implementation and Optimization
  • Configure and manage Cisco IOS-based routers, switches, and firewalls
  • Deploy and maintain enterprise scale cloud networking components in AWS, Azure, and GCP
  • Optimize network reliability, performance, and scalability across hybrid and multi-cloud environments
  • Implement automation where possible using Terraform, API integrations, Git Actions and/or Terraform Cloud
• Security
  • Implement next-generation firewall policies, web application firewall rules, threat prevention on Palo Alto and cloud native Firewalls
  • Apply DNS security best practices using Infoblox
  • Ensure compliance with standards such as ISO 27001, SOC2, and GDPR
  • Partner with cloud, security, network, and Dev Ops teams to deliver integrated solutions
  • Serve as subject matter expert for cloud networking, SD-WAN, DNS/DHCP/IPAM, and firewall technologies
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to engineers and operations teams
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting
  • Establish proactive monitoring and alerting systems across cloud and on-prem networks
  • Lead advanced troubleshooting for issues involving Cisco IOS, Palo Alto, Infoblox, and Velo Cloud
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventive measures

The ideal candidate will demonstrate appropriate experience in the following:

• Networking Protocols and Platforms
  • Strong Knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, DNS, DHCP, NAT, VPNs
  • Advanced proficiency in Cisco IOS (routers, switches, firewalls)
  • Infoblox for enterprise-grade DNS solutions
  • Velo Cloud SD-WAN deployment and optimization
• Cloud Networking (required AWS or GCP)
  • AWS:
    Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, VPC, VPN, Load Balancing, Security Groups
  • GCP:
    Network Connectivity Center, Cloud Interconnect, VPC, VPN, Load Balancing, Firewall Rules
  • Azure:
    Express Routes, VNET, Security Groups, Load Balancing, vWAN
• Security
  • Expertise in Palo Alto Firewalls including policy configuration, threat prevention
  • Network segmentation, zero-trust frameworks, and IAM integration
  • Cloud native Web Application Firewalls
• Tools and Monitoring
  • Monitoring solutions:
    Datadog, Stackdriver, PA Panorama, or equivalent
• Has strong practical experience with Dev Ops tools and methods, like CI/CD, Git, IaC (Terraform)
• Working and collaborating with Agile Teams (Squad)
• Good understanding of using Jira for story tracking and Confluence for documentation
• Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• High level of initiative, self-motivation, resourcefulness, collaboration and patience
• Ability to successfully and effectively manage multiple projects and deliverables
• Ability to build trust and work collaboratively with senior leadership and stakeholders
• Ability to successfully implement change through relationships built on a local, regional and global level
• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in related field or relevant experience/certifications

• Cisco: CCNP/CCIE
• Cloud: AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty, Professional Cloud Network Engineer
• 10 Years…