
Network Planning Engineering - Cleared Contractor - L4
- Melbourne, FL
- $60.00-65.00 per hour
- Contract
- Full-time
Job Location: Melbourne, FL
Duration: 12 monthsJob Description:
- Design and implement SD-WAN solutions to enhance network performance and reliability
- Manage and monitor SD-WAN infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and uptime
- Extensive experience with leading SD-WAN solutions from vendors like Cisco, VMware (VeloCloud), Fortinet, Silver Peak, etc.
- Micro-segmentation of service flows to enable sharing of untrusted segments of the network
- Application of policies to enable network flow performance prioritization, monitoring, and visibility
- Automated network path selection for optimization of application performance
- Packet replication across multiple network access segments to improve overall service robustness
- Next-Generation firewall and intrusion detection/prevention capabilities for edge devices
- Conduct advanced security analytics for encrypted networks
- Willingness to stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in SD-WAN and networking technologies
- Collaborate with SE, Security, and I&T teams to integrate SD-WAN within existing network architecture
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues related to SD-WAN
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for SD-WAN configurations, processes, and procedures
- Ensure compliance with security policies and procedures related to network management
- Design, engineer, and implement SD-WAN solutions that support customer requirements and critical backbone architecture
- Create SD-WAN network documentation and training as required for supporting engineering and NOC teams
- Routinely perform proof of concepts and service trials while documenting system integration
- Bachelor of Science in Networking, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems or equivalent of a 4-year accredited degree in a technical discipline
- 10+ years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on SD-WAN technologies
- 8+ years of experience in the design, development, and implementation of SD-WAN network architectures
- Strong knowledge of SD-WAN solutions from leading vendors (e.G., Cisco Viptela, VMware VeloCloud, Fortinet, Silver Peak)
- Understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, and network protocols
- Knowledge of traditional WAN technologies (MPLS, VPN, etc.)
- Ability to work with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Advanced presentation and technical writing experience
- Strong skill set with Microsoft Office software applications and Visio