Roles & Responsibilities:
*Proficient in advanced routing and switching technologies, including L2 VPN, EVPN, MPLS, and L3 VPN, with deep expertise in routing protocols like BGP and OSPF.
*Strong understanding of Wi-Fi technologies and protocols, including all IEEE 802.11 standards (a/b/g/n/ac/ax), and supporting protocols such as DNS, DHCP, RADIUS, TCP/IP, UDP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, VPN, ACLs, and LDAP.
*Practical experience managing datacenter network infrastructure using Juniper routers and switches, Apstra systems, and Arista switches.
*Working knowledge of structured cabling systems and physical network infrastructure.
*Proficient in both IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, with a strong grasp of IP traffic management and network infrastructure design.
*Skilled in deploying and managing Aruba networking solutions, including routing, switching, and wireless systems such as Aruba Mobility Controllers.
*Experience developing, editing, and recommending IT documentation including policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, best practices, and technical position papers.
*Capable of monitoring and analyzing network performance and health using Aruba tools and methodologies.
*Familiar with DHCP, DNS, IPAM solutions (e.g., Infoblox) and load balancing technologies (e.g., F5).
*Solid background in network security practices including device hardening, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), firewalls, IPSec, SIEM systems, and vulnerability assessments.
*Experienced in firewall architecture, configuration, and management, with a focus on both perimeter and internal security.
*Knowledgeable in Quality of Service (QoS), NetFlow, NAT, web security/URL filtering, malware prevention, ACL management, and virtual networks.
*Strong background in managing global WAN infrastructures and connectivity.
*Hands-on experience with SD-WAN technologies and solutions, particularly from vendors like Silver Peak and Aruba.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.