AHEAD

Network Delivery

SeniorTechnicalConsultantNetworkSDN

$170–200k United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Senior Technical Consultant - Network SDN at AHEAD. Skills: software defined technologies, network SDN, Cisco ACI, Cisco VxLAN, Arista VxLAN, VMware NSX, NSX-T, large scale data center deployments/migrations, underlay, overlay concepts, segmentation strategies, solution interoperability, troubleshooting, performance optimization, automation. Service as subject matter expert for software defined technologies. Participate in the deployment of complex solutions”

Industry & Context.

Network Delivery
Problems you'll solve

problem solver; ability to be proactive in resolving challenges

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Minimum 7 years of data center experience in enterprise environments, Deep hands-on technical knowledge and expertise in: Cisco, Arista, or VMware NSX large scale data center deployments/migrations, sense of ownership, problem solver, sense of urgency and ability to be proactive in resolving challenges, Depth of knowledge around underlay, overlay concepts, segmentation strategies, and solution interoperability, Proficiency in troubleshooting, performance optimization, and automation

Nice to Have

Experience with Cisco ACI, Cisco or Arista VxLAN, and VMware NSX (V & T) technologies, Experience with VMware technologies, NSX, NSX-T, and Avi., understanding of VXLAN, OTV, EVPNGP, and overlay networking., Experience with AVI Networks load balancers, including GSLB, controllers, and data/control planes in VMware NSX environments, Obtain and maintain certifications with associated qualifications

What You'll Do.

Service as subject matter expert for software defined technologies

Participate in the deployment of complex solutions

create written deliverables

conduct client workshops

implement design architecture objectives

Ensure knowledge transfer to relevant client teams for smooth operation of deployed solutions

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Ability to work effectively within all levels of an organization (internally & externally); Ability to work both individually and in a team environment

Communication Scope

Ability to communicate and execute architecture strategy & approach in clear, concise, and understandable terms to client senior management and other client stakeholders; Ability to present ideas in a clear, concise fashion to technical and non-technical audiences

Process & Methodology

Demonstrated ability to deliver multiple IT projects on time and within budget

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