About the job

About TCS:

Join Tata Consultancy Services, Asia Pacific and be part of an organization committed to sustainable development for our future. TCS follows the Tata group philosophy of building sustainable businesses that are rooted in the community and demonstrate care for the environment. Our unique values position us to combine a purpose-driven worldview with digital innovation, collaborating with customers, communities and governments to lead and shape innovative solutions for a sustainable future.

TCS has been carbon neutral in its operations across 11 countries, 12 delivery centres and 18 offices in Asia Pacific since 2022. This is only the initial stage in TCS’ journey as we strive to achieve long-term net zero emissions by 2030.

Corporate sustainability is embedded in our triple-bottom-line, focusing on people, the planet, and our purpose. Our offices are designed with eco-friendly features that significantly reduce our carbon footprint and enhance energy efficiency. We actively champion green initiatives, such as promoting paperless operations, implementing energy-efficient practices, and fostering employee engagement in sustainability efforts.

When you become part of the TCS family, you will play an essential role dedicated to innovation, excellence, and crafting a brighter, greener future together. Join us and be a part of our mission to drive sustainability through technology and talent at Tata Consultancy Services, APAC today.

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Job Title: Network Architect

Location: Sydney, Australia

Key Responsibilities:

Network Strategy & Architecture

- Define and maintain the global network architecture and roadmap, aligning with business and IT strategy.
- Design end-to-end network solutions covering DC, Cloud, WAN, LAN, and SD-WAN architectures.
- Lead the transition from legacy WAN to SD-WAN integrating regional hubs, stores, and cloud environments.
- Architect and document network security and segmentation solutions using Palo Alto, Prisma, and Cisco ISE.
- Define network performance, resilience, and availability standards.

Technical Leadership & Delivery

- Lead technical design workshops with customer architects, network teams, and vendors.
- Develop high-level and low-level design documents (HLD/LLD) for global deployments.
- Provide technical leadership and oversight during design, implementation, and migration phases.
- Mentor and guide regional network engineers and ensure design consistency across geographies.
- Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and best practices for network automation and observability.

Cloud and Data Center Networking

- Design and integrate on-prem data centers with cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP) using secure and optimized connectivity.
- Implement hybrid connectivity leveraging ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, or VPN gateways.
- Collaborate with cloud architects to design secure, scalable, and resilient cloud network topologies.

Security & Compliance

- Integrate network security controls including firewalls, identity-based access, and threat detection.
- Ensure compliance with enterprise security and regulatory standards.




- Define Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) principles in network designs.

Stakeholder Management

- Act as the primary technical contact for network-related initiatives.
- Work closely with customer network managers, architects, and service providers.
- Present architectural decisions and recommendations to CIO-level stakeholders.
- Participate in vendor evaluations, PoCs, and contract discussions.

Required Skills and Experience:

Technical Skills

Core Networking: Advanced knowledge of routing, switching, VPNs, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, QoS, and multicast. Routing & Switching, Security (Firewalls Cisco ASA, FortiGate, PaloAlto and PaloAlto Prisma)

Cisco ISE, Cisco ACI

Netscaler Load Balancers LTM & GTM

SD WAN (Cisco Meraki)

SD-WAN: Design and deployment experience with Cisco SD-WAN (vManage/vBond/vSmart) or VMX, and familiarity with Prisma SD-WAN.

Security: Strong understanding of Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco ISE, and Zero Trust / SASE concepts.

Cloud Networking: Hands-on with Azure, AWS, or GCP network design including hybrid and multi-cloud integration.

Network Monitoring & Automation: Familiarity with tools such as SolarWinds, ThousandEyes, Statseeker, Ansible, Terraform, or equivalent.

Protocols & Standards: IPv4/IPv6, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, SSL, IPsec, and network segmentation.

Experience

10+ years in network engineering, with at least 5 years in an architectural or technical leadership role.

Proven track record in global network transformation programs.

Experience leading multi-region deployments with distributed teams.

Strong vendor management and cross-functional collaboration experience.

Qualifications & Certifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline.

Preferred Certifications:

Cisco CCNP / CCIE (Routing & Switching, Security)

Palo Alto Networks PCNSE

Cisco Meraki Solution Specialist

Prisma

Top Reasons to Join Our Team at TCS Australia

Attractive compensation & rewards

We offer a highly competitive salary package aligned with the Australian market, complemented by performance-based incentives, recognition programs, and comprehensive employee benefits. Your achievements are celebrated, and your contributions truly matter.

Global exposure with local impact

At TCS, you’ll work with leading Australian enterprises across diverse industries while collaborating with our global network of experts. This means access to world-class practices, transformative technologies, and the chance to shape solutions that have a real impact — locally and globally.

Empowering leadership & supportive environment

Our leadership team is committed to helping you succeed. We encourage initiative, reward innovation,



and provide a collaborative environment where your ideas are heard and valued.

Long-term growth opportunities

We believe in careers, not just jobs. With continuous learning, certification support, career mobility, and transparent progression pathways, TCS empowers you to grow and evolve — whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore new domains, or take on leadership roles.

Inclusive, collaborative culture

Diversity, inclusion, and respect are central to who we are. At TCS Australia, you’ll join a workplace where collaboration thrives, individuality is valued, and everyone can contribute to meaningful outcomes.

Continuous learning & cutting-edge innovation

We invest heavily in your development, offering structured learning programs, global certifications, leadership development, and opportunities to work with emerging technologies. You’ll be part of an environment that constantly challenges and expands your capabilities.

A Great Fit for the TCS Culture

We’re looking for people who are:

- Passionate about technology and transformation
- Driven by curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning
- Excited to work in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment
- Motivated by delivering real impact for clients, communities, and society

Our core values — Integrity, Excellence, Responsibility, Pioneering Spirit, and Unity — shape how we work and how we grow together. The TCS Community in Australia and Beyond

- Global strength: Over 600,000+ associates in 55+ countries, united by a shared purpose — to innovate and make a difference.
- Local presence: A trusted partner to Australia’s leading enterprises across financial services, government, retail, healthcare, telecom, and more.
- Social impact: Deeply committed to sustainability, digital inclusion, and community engagement initiatives in Australia and around the world.
- Empowered workplace: We foster a culture where diversity, equity, and accessibility are integral to how we operate.

We don’t just imagine a better future — we help build it.

About TCS

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions. We have partnered with many of the world’s largest organisations to help them transform their businesses, operating models, and technology ecosystems.

Learn more at www.tcs.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TCS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Note: Compensation details are accurate as of this posting and may be adjusted in line with Australian laws and market conditions. Applicants may be asked to attend interviews in person or via video conference and present valid identification during the process

Thank you for your interest in applying for this position with TCS. We will review your application and will get back to you if we are considering your interest in this opportunity.

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