Network Consultant

Apex Systems; Frisco (TX); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with company match

ESPP

HSA

EAP with counseling

Certification discounts

Training programs

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking an Infrastructure Program Manager to lead enterprise infrastructure deliverables from initiation through closure in Frisco, TX, with partial remote options. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams across networking, storage, security, cloud, and data center operations to plan and execute large‑scale deployments and migrations.

The role requires deep expertise in server, virtualization, storage, and networking, plus hands-on experience with Juniper/Arista gear,

Qualifications

• Experience at the enterprise level with server, virtualization, storage and networking technologies.
• Data center network experience with Leaf & Spine architecture.
• Experience with Juniper/Arista hardware switches (QFx5120/5130).
• Experience with HPE Aruba, 3com, H3C, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Checkpoint firewalls.
• Experience with SDN and SD‑WAN products and services.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise infrastructure deliverables from initiation through closure.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams across networking, storage, security, cloud, and data center operations.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver large‑scale data center compute and storage deployments, migrations, and refresh initiatives.
• Configure and troubleshoot QOS, VLANs, and ACLs using Netflow and SolarWinds.
• Assist in network and equipment problem troubleshooting.
• Manage changes in a complex network environment using Infoblox and BIND.
• Support network design and security, including device hardening, IDS/IPS, SIEM, firewalls, and vulnerability assessment.

Skills

Enterprise networking

Leaf & Spine architecture

Juniper switches

Arista switches

F5 LTM

GTM

SSH

VPNs

Infoblox

BIND

SolarWinds

NetFlow

EVPN-VXLAN

IPv6

Tools

F5 LTM

GTM

SSH

VPNs

Infoblox

BIND

SolarWinds

NetFlow

Job description

Location & Compensation

Frisco, TX (Partial Remote)

Pay 55-70/hr

Role Overview

We are seeking an Infrastructure Program Manager to lead enterprise infrastructure deliverables from initiation through closure. This role involves coordinating cross‑functional teams across networking, storage, security, cloud, and data center operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise infrastructure deliverables from initiation through closure.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams across networking, storage, security, cloud, and data center operations.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver large‑scale data center compute and storage deployments, migrations, and refresh initiatives.
• Configure and troubleshoot QOS, VLANs, and ACLs using tools like Netflow and Solarwinds.
• Assist in network and equipment problem troubleshooting.
• Manage changes in a complex network environment using Infoblox and Bind platforms.
• Support network design and security, including device hardening, IDS/IPS, SIEM, firewalls, and vulnerability assessment.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience at the enterprise level, with a strong understanding of server, virtualization, storage, and networking technologies.
• Experience working in data center network environments, with a strong background in Leaf & Spine architecture.
• Proven experience with Juniper and Arista hardware switches, including QFx5120/5130 series.
• Working experience with HPE Aruba, 3com, H3C, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Checkpoint firewalls.
• Experience with SDN and SD‑WAN products and services.

Technical Skills

• Advanced knowledge of networking components including TCP/IP, Routing, DNS, DDNS, DHCP, F5 LTM, GTM, SSH, and VPNs.
• Proficiency with IP routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF, as well as RIP, IP Multicast, and MPLS.
• Thorough understanding of Ethernet VPN‑Virtual Extensible LAN (EVPN‑VXLAN) architecture.
• Experience with both IPv4 and IPv6 is required.
• Familiarity with structured cabling systems and network facilities.

Company Overview

Everforth Apex is a world‑class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan).
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On‑demand training program, access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.