Role Description : Network Architect - Must hold a transferrable SC.
To configure and support reliable, compliant, and supportable networks in Data Centres and Operation centres, that developers, test teams and customers can use. This role is a hybrid work role with work onsite required occasionally. The role will require UK based travel.
- Work with a small team of Architects and engineers
- Distil High Level Architecture / Designs into Low Level design documents
- Create device configurations
- Push solutions through approval boards, TDA, Change, Security
- Implement configurations on devices
- Perform full testing plans IVT, OAT, UAT
- Provide network support for any reported issues or problems
- Technologies will include, Cisco Nexus, F5, Palo Alto, NetScout, Ansible.
- Adhere to business processes, standards and security compliance.
- Work with other Engineers, Architects and report to the lead Architect
Examples of day to day tasks include :
Configure network hardwareConfigure Firewall policiesConfigure Load Balancing ProfilesCreate and maintain Low Level diagrams, documentation and guides related to network infrastructure and any related operational processesProvide technical support to the other teams, troubleshooting and diagnosing issues with the environment and our solutions.Effectively communicating issues to management and higher-level technical supportEnsure that reporting is accurate and provided in a timely mannerWhat you'll need :
Strong Enterprise design experienceNatural technical leaderStrong documentation skillsStrong communication skills demonstrating an ability to communicate deep technical topics to non-technical audiencesGuide and mentor understudiesProject management awareAnalytical problem solving skills for triaging of system alerts for mid-level issuesAbility to work with other team members to resolve issues and able to suggest and develop practical, rapid solutions for day-to-day issuesExperience with typical application landscape within an enterprise data centre environmentExperience with implementing and maintaining virtualized network environmentsStrong experience with Cisco, F5, Palo Alto system administration including security and patch managementSolid understanding of networking principles including networking protocols, basic routing, ports, and FirewallsAnsible for configuration management and for automating, repetitive, high-volume operational workloadsCan work Independently on assigned tasksTroubleshoot and resolve complex issues in heterogenous environments for engineers and customersExceptional organisational and time-management skillsAbility to work across multi-functional teams and with geographically distributed teamsGood written and oral communication skillsWhat will help on the job :
10 Years experience in a similar roleOne or more related technical certifications in Network+, Cisco or Juniper network accreditations typically up to CCNP levelLow to moderate Ansible skillsWhat you need to do now
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