Network Consultant providing consultancy services for designing and implementing network solutions. Engaging with clients on projects in a dynamic IT environment.
Responsibilities
Participate in operational escalations to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessary
Design, implement, and manage automated workflows for configuration and deployment in hybrid cloud and on-premise environments
Design and manage OT network environments with a focus on resiliency, segmentation, and secure integration with IT networks
Develop reusable, modular code libraries to streamline workflows and support diverse use cases across network devices and cloud platforms
Recommend changes to improve systems and network configurations in client environments, and determine hardware or software requirements
Identify roadblocks preventing the successful continuation of network services, determine options available to work past roadblocks, and escalate to leadership when required
Understand how to administrate and support a variety of technologies including but not limited to Cisco Routers and Switches, Cisco Security Solutions, IGP and EGP routing protocols, VPN, and other technologies and vendor devices as needed
Collaborate with clients and develop depth in understanding their business and how Long View network services supports their need
Act as the go-to technical resource, assisting our clients with system monitoring, ticket resolution and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and availability
Work with clients on capacity planning, installations, patching, upgrades, configuration, and administration of systems on various physical and virtual platforms
Requirements
5+ years of experience in an IT environment with network architecture design and deployment
Experience with networking and security
Proven experience designing, implementing, and supporting OT network environments in industrial or operational settings
3+ years of Azure, Google Cloud and AWS Networking concepts
Experience with Meraki, Fortinet, FortiNAC PaloAlto, or Aruba devices
Thorough understanding and experience with the following fundamental technologies:
IGP and EGP routing protocols, ie: OSPF, BGP
Route filtering and policy-based routing
Site-to-Site and remote access VPN technologies
Network layer Quality of Service (QoS)
Layer 2 Switching Technologies
Firewall Management
Utilize API-driven orchestration across Azure, AWS, and GCP to automate cloud networking tasks, including the setting of firewall rules, updating security groups, and routing traffic
Design, implement, and manage automated workflows for configuration and deployment in hybrid cloud and on-premises environments
Develop reusable, modular code libraries to streamline workflows and support diverse use cases across network devices and cloud platforms
Evaluate the potential impact of automated changes, proactively mitigate risks, and ensure network reliability and security.
Implement robust testing strategies before pushing changes to production
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate network automation workflows
Familiarity with vendor-specific APIs (Cisco’s NX-API, Juniper’s Junos Extension Toolkit) and other network automation APIs and protocols such as NETCONF and RESTCON
Knowledge of industry best practice LAN design and deployment methodology and a structured approach to troubleshooting
Experience in SD-WAN, SD-Access and SD-Data Center technologies
Ability to deliver concise, accurate technical documentation and diagrams
Exposure to and understanding of network automation techniques and technologies
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package from day one
Recognition programs
Career growth – Permanent staff positions, paid training, career life planning, and relocation and travel opportunities
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