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# Track Lead - Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), Network Automation

- **Company:** HCLTech
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Wireless LAN, Adobe InDesign, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Complex Networks, Computer Networks, Continuous Integration, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Hot Standby Router Protocol, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Reliability Engineering, Ansible, Runbook, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols, Wide Area Networks, Workflow Management Systems, Wi-Fi Technology, Google Cloud, Load Balancing, Computer Network Technologies, Grafana, Multi-Cloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Git, SolarWinds (Software), Operational Systems, Virtual Agents, Terraform, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco, Servicenow
- **Published:** July 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3d25a3923e87a83b

## About the Role

Elastic, Grafana, ZDX) for proactive monitoring and insights. Provide engineering and support for MCP (Model Context Protocol) and AI agent integrations. Ensure AI-driven compliance, security monitoring, cost optimization, and continuous network stability improvements. Collaborate with Cloud, IAM, SRE, and platform teams to deliver unified control plane operations across Azure, GCP, and Edge. Participate in design reviews focusing on resilience, failure domains, scalability, and automation readiness. Create reusable playbooks, pipelines, and modules for provisioning, upgrades, compliance, and backup workflows. Mentor engineers and contribute to best practices in NetDevOps, automation, and reliability engineering. Support global 24x7 operations aligned to SRE principles (SLIs, SLOs, Error Budgets) and drive reduction in incidents via AIOps. Technical Skills & Experience Strong experience in network engineering / NOC / NRE / NetDevOps roles. Deep expertise in core networking: BGP, OSPF,
EIGRP, STP, VLANs, VRFs, HSRP/VRRP. Hands-on experience across network domains: LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, Data Center (ACI/Nexus), WLAN, Firewalls, Load Balancers. Strong network automation expertise using Python, Ansible, Terraform, Git, and CI/CD pipelines. Experience with Python libraries such as Netmiko, NAPALM, pyATS (preferred). Experience with orchestration tools such as Itential. Knowledge of Source of Truth tools like NetBox/Nautobot and ITSM integration (ServiceNow). Experience with observability tools such as SolarWinds, Grafana, Elastic, ThousandEyes, DNAC. Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, QoS, and troubleshooting complex network issues. Experience with cloud networking in Azure and GCP environments. Exposure to AIOps, AI-driven operations, and observability platforms. Scope & Delivery Expectations * Deliver ~30-40 automation workflows/stories per quarter across LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, Firewall, DDI, and Cloud domains. * Own build, test, operations support, and continuous
development. * Operate within a global 24x7x365 environment. * Drive reduction in tickets through automation, observability, and AI-driven self-healing capabilities. * Align delivery to SRE principles with measurable SLIs/SLOs and continuous improvement. Additional Requirements * Experience in SRE-driven operating model. * Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills. * Experience in documentation (runbooks/playbooks) and mentoring team members. * Relevant certifications in Networking, Azure, GCP, and Automation preferred. * Experience in multi-cloud, edge networking, and SD-WAN environments preferred., 1. Proficient In Network Automation Tools And Technologies, Particularly Cisco Aci.

 2. Strong Understanding Of Operational Management And Support Processes.
 3. Excellent Problem-Solving Skills And Ability To Enhance Business Processes.
 4. Effective Leadership And Team Management Abilities.

Other Requirements

 1. Optional But Valuable: Cisco Certified Network Professional (Ccnp) Or Related Certifications In Network Automation

## Description

1. Implement Cisco Aci And Network Automation Tools To Enhance Operational Systems, Improving Management Reporting And Streamlining Information Flow.
 2. Analyze Client Requirements And Ensure The Support Team Meets Client Expectations Through Effective Monitoring And Performance Metrics.
 3. Lead And Mentor Project Teams By Establishing Clear Communication Channels And Aligning Project Goals With Organizational Objectives.
 4. Introduce Innovative Strategies And Process Improvements That Contribute To Overall Organizational Progress And Efficiency.
 5. Develop Tailored Solutions Using Network Automation Technologies That Align With Customer Needs And Drive Successful Business Outcomes.


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