SD WAN Devops

Network – SD WAN Devops Plano TXJD :
Role Overview We are looking for a highly experienced SD-WAN Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and lifecycle management of software-defined WAN (SD-WAN) solutions across a BFSI-grade hybrid enterprise. The role demands deep technical expertise in routing, traffic engineering, cloud integration, and zero-touch provisioning, with a strong focus on resiliency, security, and application performance.

• SD-WAN Platforms:
  Hands-on experience with Cisco Viptela, Fortinet Secure SD-WAN, VMware Velo Cloud, and Silver Peak Unity Edge Connect.
• Routing Protocols:
  Advanced configuration and troubleshooting of BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and route redistribution across underlay and overlay networks.
• Application-Aware Routing:
  Implementation of dynamic path selection, DSCP-based prioritization, and real-time traffic steering based on SLA metrics.
• WAN Optimization:
  Deep understanding of deduplication, compression, TCP optimization, and forward error correction (FEC).
• SD-WAN Orchestration:
  Proficient in zero-touch provisioning (ZTP), template-based policy deployment, and multi-tenant segmentation.
• Cloud Integration:
  Design and deployment of direct cloud on-ramp to AWS, Azure, and GCP, including Express Route, Transit Gateway, and cloud-native firewalls.
• Overlay Security:
  Implementation of IPSec tunnels, IKEv2, certificate-based authentication, and role-based access control (RBAC).
• High Availability & Failover:
  Design of active-active/active-standby topologies, dual CPE, and path resiliency mechanisms.
• QoS & Traffic Engineering:
  End-to-end QoS policy design, shaping, policing, and per-app SLA enforcement.
• Multicast & Voice Optimization:
  Support for multicast over SD-WAN, VoIP prioritization, and MOS-based routing decisions.

• Transport Diversity:
  Integration of MPLS, broadband, 5G/LTE, and satellite links into SD-WAN fabric with path cost modeling.
• Monitoring & Telemetry:
  Use of Solar Winds, Net Flow, SNMP traps, and SD-WAN analytics dashboards for proactive monitoring and SLA validation.
• Firewall & VPN Integration:
  Policy coordination with NGFWs (e.g., Fortinet, Palo Alto), site-to-site VPNs, and ZTNA gateways.
• Automation & Scripting:
  Development of Python, Ansible, or REST API scripts for bulk provisioning, compliance checks, and config drift detection.
• Network Segmentation:
  Design of VRF-based segmentation, zone-based policies, and microsegmentation across branches and data centers.
• DNS & DHCP Integration:
  Centralized DHCP relay, DNS forwarding, and split-horizon DNS for hybrid environments.
• Syslog & SIEM Integration:
  Forwarding of SD-WAN logs to SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) for event correlation and compliance auditing.
• Cloud-Native Networking:
  Exposure to Transit Gateway Connect, Azure Virtual WAN, and GCP Cloud Router.
• Policy-Based Forwarding (PBF):
  Use of match-action rules to steer traffic based on application, source, or destination.
• Overlay-Underlay Correlation:
  Mapping of overlay tunnels to underlay health, with real-time path remediation.

• 8-12 years in network engineering, with 3 years in hands-on SD-WAN deployment, operations, and troubleshooting.
• Proven experience in designing and scaling SD-WAN architectures across multi-branch BFSI environments.
• Strong documentation skills: HLD/LLD, runbooks, change control, and as-built diagrams.
• Experience in regulated sectors (BFSI, healthcare, telecom) with emphasis on compliance, audit readiness, and risk mitigation.
• Ability to lead cross-functional collaboration with security, cloud, and infrastructure teams.

• Exposure to SASE/SSE convergence models, including ZTNA, SWG, and CASB integration with SD-WAN.
• Familiarity with cloud-native networking constructs and service chaining in hybrid environments.
• Understanding of ITIL v4 processes: incident, change, and problem management.
• Experience with Dev Net, Net Dev Ops , or CI/CD pipelines for network automation.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, RBI, PCI-DSS.

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.

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