Senior Technical Consultant - Network SDN

AHEAD is seeking a Senior Network Technical Consultant with a specialization in Software-Defined Networking especially NSX, ACI and AVI.

Deep hands-on technical knowledge and expertise in: Cisco, Arista, or VMware NSX large scale data center deployments/migrations

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Service as subject matter expert for software defined technologies
• Possess a strong understanding of Cisco ACI, Cisco or Arista VxLAN, and VMware NSX (V & T) technologies
• Participate in the deployment of complex solutions, create written deliverables, and conduct client workshops
• Ability to communicate and execute architecture strategy & approach in clear, concise, and understandable terms to client senior management and other client stakeholders
• Ability to implement design architecture objectives that align with client demand & business goals
• Receptive listening skills, with the ability to present ideas in a clear, concise fashion to technical and non-technical audiences
• Excellent situational leadership and timely decision-making skills
• Passionate about successful customer outcomes
• Ability to work effectively within all levels of an organization (internally & externally)
• Ability to work both individually and in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to deliver multiple IT projects on time and within budget
• Ensure knowledge transfer to relevant client teams for smooth operation of deployed solutions
• Obtain and maintain certifications with associated qualifications

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities & Skills:

• Minimum 7 years of data center experience in enterprise environments
• Deep hands-on technical knowledge and expertise in: Cisco, Arista, or VMware NSX large scale data center deployments/migrations
• Strong sense of ownership, problem solver, sense of urgency and ability to be proactive in resolving challenges
• Depth of knowledge around underlay, overlay concepts, segmentation strategies, and solution interoperability
• Experience with VMware technologies, NSX, NSX-T, and Avi.
• Strong understanding of VXLAN, OTV, EVPN/BGP, and overlay networking.
• Experience with AVI Networks load balancers, including GSLB, controllers, and data/control planes in VMware NSX environments
• Proficiency in troubleshooting, performance optimization, and automation.