Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a Network Architect to lead a team in Saudi Arabia on aspects of Data Center/ DC Virtualization/ Automation/ Networking/ Security domain from requirements capture/ definition through the customer. ● Conceptualize (Customer Requirements Document), plan (Implementation Strategy Plan), design (High-Level Design), and perform the onsite deployment. ● Prepare and maintain up-to-date documentation detailing the configuration of deployed solutions. ● Interpret client needs, assess the complete requirements, and identify suitable solutions. ● Design, configure and deploy infrastructure solutions and develop associated solutions cost to build, operate, and maintain. ● Plan, implement, and ensure delivery of infrastructure and data centers configuration, changes, releases, incidents, and updates. ● Lead and support the service delivery, network solution design, and project implementation. ● Provide remote or onsite deployment support. ● Responsible for troubleshooting issues and issue management throughout the network environment. ● Responsible for ensuring the security of the network, working with the security team to ensure the highest standards of security are obtained. ● Maintain standards and best practices for network toolset environments, focusing on Fault Management and Capacity/Performance Monitoring tools. ● Responsible for the design, installation, configuration, and lifecycle management of all Network devices. [Load Balancers, Routers, Switches, Firewalls, and cloud networking products.
English Level: B1
French is a plus
Please Mention in the Subject Network Architect01
Skills
- CCIE R/S or CCIE DC certified. VCP, RedHat Certification a plus.
- Understanding of Security and Data Center architectures, including virtualization, experience in planning, design & implementation of Data Center infrastructure and security technologies.
- Rich design and demonstrable experience in DCNM/VXLAN or ACI technology with multi-POD. Knowledge and experience in Multi-Site ACI are a plus.
- Deep understanding of Data Center Virtualization, Cisco UCS B-Series, C-Series, X-Series, Hyperflex, and Cisco Intersight integration.
- Strong Python/Java/JavaScript programming skills in Linux.
- Good understanding and knowledge of Java, Linux, Python, Virtualization, OpenStack, Kubernetes, and Container.
- Will be able to design, deploy & support Cisco data center products with hands-on experience in operating and configuring Cisco network devices (e.g., Load Balancers, Storage Networks, Application Optimizers, UCS Servers, and MDS SAN products.
- Strong knowledge of various network security technology such as Firewall, IPS, AV, Micro-segmentation, Zero-Day attack, Cloud security group management, Secure Access Service Edge, Remote Access VPN, and Authentication servers/MFA.
- Experience in the least one major manufacturer such as Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper, CheckPoint, Dell, HPE/Aruba, and Cisco for Layer 2/3 network switching, Network technology, Firewall technology, SDN, and WAN.
- TCP/IP, SSL, LACP, LLDP/CDP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, HSRP, GLBP, SNMP, STP, VPC, VSS, VDC, MSDP, PIM, IGMP, RTP, SIP, H.323, LWAPP, RADIUS, TACACS+, various 802.11 wireless standards, WiFi6, VXLAN, DNS, DHCP
- VMWare working knowledge.
- NetScaler and F5 Application Delivery Controllers
- Public / Private Cloud experience and knowledge are a plus.
- Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.