RQ- Technology Architect - Intermediate

Deliverables: The Resourceswillactasasubjectmatterexpertonavarietyofinfrastructureprojectsinitiativesincludingserviceenablements,networkingandnewfeaturesproofofconcept.

Someofthesewillincludedesigning,supportingandconfiguring

SDNnetworking,securing network,colonetworkimprovementsandsupportingservicedeliveryexcellenceincludingautomations.

Theywillalsoassistwithcomplex Clustersolutionsthatrequireenhancedintegrationwithcloudservices,assist

FTEbuilderswithcomplexprojectson-premorincloudandactassitereliabilityengineeringasrequired.

Key Responsibilities:

• Improve and support the day-to-day operations of on-prem infrastructure including integration and upkeep with cloud vendors, networking and optimization
• Create and conduct automation activities
• Support migration to new hardware and software stacks. Support LCM Maturity by assisting in refresh strategy
• Assist in process refinement, application performance improvements
• Refresh of legacy environments
• Assist FTE in complex client projects including design and build activities
• Assist with incidents for mission critical applications as required
• Guide integration team to enable networking and pipeline service

Experience and Skill Set Requirements:

Must Have:

• Extensive knowledge in deploying and managing core IT systems, including networks, firewalls, SDN and hypervisors.
• Proficient in Networking and VMware with hands-on experience.
• Facilitate integration and enablement across various industry platforms including VPNs, B2B and Business Connect.
• Proven hands-on experience with on-prem cloud environments, including VMware networking, automation, patching, and CI/CD pipelines for Infrastructure as Code.
• Extensive experience in networking design and implementation using SDN, tenants, and micro-segmentation with VMware and Cisco
  
  ACI.
• Comprehensive knowledge of firewalls, L2/L3, and routing, with practical hands-on experience.

Nice to have:

• Prior OPS or public sector exp - preferably telephonic or large organization.

Skill Set Requirements:

Technology

Experience:

• Extensive knowledge in deploying and managing core IT systems, including networks, firewalls, SDN and hypervisors.
• Proficient in Networking and VMware with hands-on experience.
• Building new infrastructure using automation based on design specifications.
• Integrating services such as identity management, logging, and monitoring.
• Generating reports as needed and facilitating skills and knowledge transfer.
• Demonstrating leadership in managing projects and initiatives from start to finish, both technical and non-technical.
• Handling intake and resolving incidents efficiently.

Technical Expertise:

• Facilitate integration and enablement across various industry platforms including VPNs, B2B and Business Connect.
• Implement and improve enterprise services.
• Proven hands-on experience with on-prem cloud environments, including VMware networking, automation, patching, and CI/CD pipelines for Infrastructure as Code.
• Extensive experience in networking design and implementation using SDN, tenants, and micro-segmentation with VMware and Cisco
  
  ACI.
• Comprehensive knowledge of firewalls, L2/L3, and routing, with practical hands-on experience.

Service Delivery:

• Apply SRE expertise to create automation and self-service portals, improving service delivery and monitoring for legacy and on-premises network systems.
• Develop and implement scripts to automate network configuration, monitoring, and maintenance tasks.
• Enhance network reliability and performance through automated incident detection and resolution.
• Integrate network monitoring tools with self-service portals to provide real-time insights and alerts.

Communications, Customer Service and Analysis and Problem-Solving:

• Demonstrated experience with troubleshooting and resolving at complex levels for large enterprises across many networks.