• Serve as the technical authority for the network layer of a modern, cloud-first enterprise. • Architect, implement, and optimize core network services across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. • Lead strategy and execution around F5 load balancing, next-generation firewalling (Palo Alto and FortiGate), and cloud interconnect design. • Design, build, and optimize cloud-native network architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP. • Engineer multi-cloud connectivity — Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, and Interconnect. • Own F5 in the cloud for advanced load balancing, traffic management, and security. • Lead firewall strategy across Palo Alto and Fortinet FortiGate. • Architect and secure VPCs, VNets, and shared service models. • Integrate Cisco virtual appliances and cloud-native routing solutions. • Automate infrastructure using Python, Ansible, or Terraform. • Monitor and optimize performance across hybrid and multi-cloud networks. • Lead incident response and root cause analysis for complex network issues. • Collaborate cross-functionally with Cloud, Security, and DevOps teams.