Advanced level of understanding of IP Networks including the below:
Deep understanding of IP Subnetting (Classless / CIDR)
Understanding of TCP / UDP
Sound experience and knowledge on DNS / DHCP / ICMP / NTP / NAT / Access Control List
Working knowledge on Static IP Routing (default static IP route / indirect route / balckhole route)
Working knowledge on Dynamic IP Routing (Especially BGP)
Should know how to implement routing policies (import / export / prefix list)
Should have knowledge on VPRN / VRF / Routing Instance
Layer 2 service like Ethernet VPN (VPLS / pseudowire (PW))
Have a good understanding of ISP IP/MPLS Network including the concepts of ASBR / Upstream Peering / NNI and Autonomous System
Should have understanding of LIR/ RIR (Public IP Subnet / Public AS delegation of RIR to LIR)
Should have a fair understanding of implementing and troubleshooting SD-WAN including using script / templates to deploy CPE, device licencing, internetworking with cloud based appliances.
Understanding of implementing IPSec Tunnel in SD-WAN
Applying and testing various Security Features like Cloud Based Firewall / IDS-IPS / Firewall Filters
Implementing and troubleshooting VPN Services in Private Cloud
Should have a strong knowledge in DDoS Mitigation Solution implementation and troubleshooting
Certifications:
Compulsory to have one of the below Associate Level Certification
Nokia NRS I (Network Routing Specialist I) (4A0-100)
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA) (200-301 CCNA)
Juniper - JNCIA-Junos (JNO-102)
Good to have a training or certification on any one of the below: