Data Center Network Architect

Minimum Experience:

·        Professional experience configuring and trouble-shooting Juniperand Cisco routers, switches and firewall;

·        Professional experience configuring and trouble-shooting VMwareNSX and its use within the data center context;

·        Professional experience configuring and trouble-shooting Fortinetfirewall implementations;

·        Experience with Data Center architectural design, networkdeployment planning and network equipment installation;

·        Experience with advanced network trouble-shooting, architecture and design;

·        Professional experience configuring and trouble-shooting withseveral open standard routing protocols, such as RIPv2, IS-IS,OSPF, and BGPv4;

·        Installation and maintenance of Cisco Internetwork OperatingSystems and Juniper Junos OS;

·        Documentation of network modifications /or troubleshooting process changes;

·        Analysis and design of network alternatives;

·        Experience with wireless, VoIP, QoS and MPLS technologies;

·        Experience in evaluation, deployment and management of managed services;

·        Testing and verification of a conceptual lab capable ofsupporting MPLS, QoS, encryption, IPSEC, and content loadbalancing (ACE modules);

·        Experience leading an installation team;

·        Working knowledge of industry standards and Project Management Institute(PMI).

Desirable Qualifications

·        Knowledge and understanding of industry trends and best practicesin the principles and operations of network architecture and design;

·        Knowledge and practical application of best practices in ProjectManagement as outlined in the Project Management Institute’sProject Management Body of Knowledge;

·        Ability to conduct business activities in a professional mannerleading to superior customer satisfaction;

·        Ability to work independently with minimal supervision from theSection Supervisor or designee.