Sr. Network Engineer

Job Description

Senior Network Consultant Roles and Responsibilities Provide architecture and technology infrastructure strategy for Customers future direction by providing briefing on new technologies and services available in the marketplace for requirements. Engage and participate in new design, solutions, and development activities. Design, upgrade, control, and configure existing network and security systems by monitoring the environment; identifying gaps; evaluating and implementing enhancements, policy, and procedures; and solving highly complex issues. Design, deploy, and migrate legacy WAN to SD-WAN cloud solutions. Carry out implementation of network projects assigned, using established process and best practice principles. Prepare high-level and low-level diagrams (HLDs and LLDs). Prepare bills of materials (BOMs), design documents, and technical presentations for the Customer. Work closely with project managers and the Customers technical authorities to ensure smooth delivery of project deliverables. Direct and guide complex network implementation. Design, install, configure, and test data networks for complex and heterogenous systems. Employ a good skillet of adopting new infrastructure knowledge and working with stakeholders for design proposal. Provide a threat intelligence feed so Customer can understand current trends and threats and make informed decisions about appropriate response actions. Proactively perform maintenance for service line (e.g., failover testing, device access audits, configuration audits, backups, patch-level validations, document validations). Data network technologies (WAN, LAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, SD-LAN, MAN, MPLS, VPN, etc.) and data communications technologies. IP routing protocols (e.g., BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, VRRP, LDP, RSVP, STP, RSTP, MSTP, multicast, and policy-based routing). Product Experience SD-WAN, SD-LAN, and campus LAN devices both wired and wireless using Cisco, HPE Aruba, Juniper, and Dell products SD-WAN: Viptela, Silver Peak Cisco Data center grade switches Cisco Nexus Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA) and DNA Center (DNAC) Cisco Web Security appliances Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Bluecoat Security Platform: proxy servers and management center DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (DDI): Infoblox, EfficientIP Soft Skills Customer handling and stakeholder management skills Ability to work with people in different time zones Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment; appropriately prioritize tasks; and keep abreast of the latest technology Demonstrated ability to build strong, effective customer relationships Analytical skills to interpret IT user requests and understand end-user requirements Solid knowledge of the IT Service Management framework, practices, and process experience Service delivery task skills (reporting, customer relationships, SLA management, etc.) Experience in preparing design documents and presentations during Customer workshops Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills Strong verbal, written communication skills Creative thinking in implementing service improvements (automation, incident reduction, etc.) Willingness and flexibility to learn new technologies, scale up quickly, and adapt to different roles as situation demands