Network Architect with Azure exp.

VDart Inc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology staffing provider is seeking a Senior Architect with over 10 years of experience in network virtualization and solid architectural design in data centers. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of Linux, BGP, and DevOps, along with experience in implementing network and security infrastructure. Familiarity with Azure is preferred. This role involves designing data center network services and developing strategic architecture in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in hands-on architecture.
• Solid knowledge of data center architecture and virtualization.
• Strong understanding of DevOPS and Linux.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data center network services.
• Develop strategic architecture and roadmap for networking.
• Collaborate with Network Security Engineers.

Skills

Network Virtualization

Data Center architectural design

Virtualization Networking

Cloud networking

Linux

BGP

ISIS

DevOPS

Data Center Routing and Switching

Network Security infrastructure

Tools

Microsoft Azure certifications

Palo Alto

Cisco

Job description

About VDart:
VDart is an emerging global information technology staffing provider with expertise in Enterprise Resource Planning (Oracle/SAP), SMAC (Social, Mobile, Cloud, Analytics), Business Intelligence & Infrastructure services. Three-time consecutive winner of Best Places to Work in Atlanta and Best and Brightest Award, VDart has successfully deployed over 3500 contractors in the last five years with over 60% of its deployments with Fortune 1000 corporations. We possess deep industry expertise and focus in BFSI, Manufacturing, Retail, Energy & Utility, Healthcare, Technology and the Public-Sector. Our scope, knowledge, industry expertise and global footprint have enabled us to provide best in the industry solutions. With our core focus in emerging technologies, we provide global technology workforce solutions in USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, UK & Australia

Job Description

Minimum 10+ Years of experience with hands-on Architect exp.

Description:
Network Virtualization. Solid Data Center architectural design and hands-on engineering experience
Solid knowledge of and experience Virtualization Networking, NFV, Cloud networking and Linux.
Solid knowledge of and experience with BGP and ISIS.
Strong knowledge of and experience with the implementation of data center switches, including the latest designs trends such as Leaf and Spine and …
Strong understanding of DevOPS, Linux, Datacenter Routing and Switching.
Strong knowledge of and experience with Network and Security infrastructure such as Firewalls, Network Load balancing and Proxy devices.
Strong knowledge of and experience with Storage Networking.
Design, testing, and implementation of the datacenter network service to partition the data-center edge from the data-center core in partnership with the Network Security Engineer.
Experience with strategic architecture and roadmap development (1-year and 3-year datacenter network outlook)
Strong knowledge of Linux
Knowledge of Internet protocols and standards, including DNS, REST, SSL/TLS, HTTP, NETCONF, Open Config, and YANG
Strong knowledge of 1 or more Cloud automation stacks (Azure.)

Desired Skills:

• Microsoft certified Azure certifications (preferred)
• Experience with Palo Alto and Cisco (trong written and documentation skills.)
• Experience with compute and storage is a plus
• Experience with SDN technologies, ODL and Tail-F
• Experience with remote access and wireless technologies is a plus
• Strong documentation and Visio design diagram skills
• Strong customer-interface and polished/professional communications and presentation skills
• Service Provider Experience is a plus
• Extensive industry accomplishments. Involvement with IETF, IEEE or open projects.
• A deep understanding of Network and NFV technologies
• Proven success record of working with internet organizations to set industry direction
• Experience in Azure automation and DevOps (preferred)

Additional Information

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