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This role demands a strategic mindset and deep technical expertise to deliver high-impact projects that align with enterprise security standards, performance optimization goals, and scalability requirements. You will help define and drive the evolution of IQVIA’s global network ecosystem transforming it into a programmable, automated, and platform-agnostic infrastructure.\nYou will be responsible for planning, deploying, documenting, and maintaining both new (SoNIC, Cumulus) and existing (Cisco) network architectures in highly dynamic and secure environments. A strong understanding ofLinux-based systems, network programmability, andinfrastructure-as-code principles will be essential as you help build a globally consistent and scalable network foundation.\n Key Responsibilities\nSupport SDN solutions, focusing on Cisco ACI across multiple data centers.\nIntegrate AI-driven network monitoring and predictive analytics.\nServe as a senior technical advisor to Tier 2 engineers, providing mentorship and consultation.\nProvide expert-level support during major incidents, including root cause analysis and resolution planning.\nTranslate Global Network Support (GNS) standards into actionable low-level designs, including hardware quoting and documentation.\nPartner with Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Global Real Estate teams to integrate new acquisitions into IQVIA’s network standards\nLead network buildouts, office restack implementations, and refresh initiatives\nLead strategic network projects across departments, regions, and time zones.\nAutomate implementations across platforms:Generate and deploy F5 configurations, Palo Alto firewall rules, and Cisco ACI policies through Ansible, Python, Terraform, and/or API-driven automation.\nImplement CI/CD pipelines to validate and roll out network and security changes safely and repeatably.\n\nImplement and support network segmentation strategies for zero-trust architectures and compliance mandates.\nOversee incident response and escalation workflows, ensuring timely resolution and stakeholder communication.\nMaintain DNS (BIND), IPAM, and domain name services across enterprise environments with automation-first principles.\nSupport branch office automation initiatives using Cisco DNA Center and other vendor platforms.\nRequired Skills and Expertise\nExtensive experience with software-defined networking technologies (Cisco ACI, SoNIC, Cumulus Linux, or equivalent), including the ability to:Deploy Cisco ACI fabric including spine-leaf topology, APIC controllers, and policy-based configurations.\nConfigure multi-pod and multi-site Cisco ACI environments for scalability and redundancy.\nImplement L4-L7 service insertion using service graphs and contracts.\n\nIn-depth understanding of Linux networking, kernel-based switching, and open-source routing stacks (FRR, BIRD, and Quagga).\nProven experience developing and deploying infrastructure-as-code for network and security platforms (Ansible, Terraform, Git, YAML, JSON).\nExperience automating configurations and policy enforcement across:Cisco ACI and DNA Center\nF5 load balancers (iControl REST, AS3 templates)\nPalo Alto firewalls and Panorama (REST and XML APIs)\n\nProficiency in routing and overlay technologies (BGP, EIGRP, VXLAN/EVPN, OSPF, etc) and switching.\nExperience in SDWAN deployments and support.\nUnderstanding of network segmentation, zero-trust access, and security frameworks.\nFamiliarity with cloud networking platforms including AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, and hybrid/on-prem cloud solutions.\nExperience with packet capture analysis, network monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning.\nStrong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.\nAbility to foster effective working relationships across global teams and drive consensus in complex environments.\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Information Systems , or equivalent practical experience.\nMinimum of 7 years of progressive experience in network engineering, architecture, and support.\nMinimum of 3 years hands-on experience with software-defined networking, Linux, and infrastructure as code methodologies.\nCertifications:Cisco (CCNA/P), cross-platform automation and/or Linux certifications preferred but not required\n\nIQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com\nIQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. 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