BlueAlly Technology Solutions continues to grow our Consulting Team!

We are a $700M Information Technology company offering a broad range of services and solutions, including Enterprise Network Infrastructure, Cloud Solutions and Security, Managed Network & Security Services, and Professional Services.

About the opportunity:

This role is for a Senior Network Engineer in the DC/MD/NoVA metro area to perform on-site and project-based consulting with our enterprise customers to design, implement, and support Cisco-based networks.

In this role, you will:

• Assess, design, implement, troubleshoot, and document Cisco networks and related systems
• Develop both high-level and detailed implementation and test plans for Cisco technologies related to enterprise networks
• Provide knowledge transfer and informal training to clients
• Help with evaluation of code selection for network device upgrades
• Serve as tier 4 escalation point for network troubleshooting

The successful candidate will be a self-starter who is able to work in a team environment and have the ability to resolve issues independently and as a senior member of a team. Having a positive attitude, excellent customer service skills, and strong clear communication (verbal and written) capabilities is key.

A typical day in this role would include high-level and detailed design, implementation, operations, troubleshooting and issue resolution. You will develop documentation as it relates to project requirements and assist with or develop customer facing presentations of technology solutions. 

What you need to succeed:

• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) or CCIE level expertise in Enterprise Infrastructure (formerly Route/Switch), Security, Data Center or Service Provider (enterprise wireless and collaboration are welcome as well - let's talk)
• 10 years of experience in the design of large enterprise networks
• Good understanding and practical experience with routing protocols (EIGRP, OSFP, and BGP)
• Good understanding and practical experience with switching technologies (Spanning tree, EtherChannel, Port Security, 802.1X, MAB)
• Familiarity with Virtual Private Network (VPN) and firewall technologies (Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper, Check Point, etc)

• Must be able to work with end users, communicate clearly, and meet deadlines.

Desirable:

• Experience in the integration of data network and storage system in data center environment
• Experience with Nexus 7K/5K/2K/100V switches
• Familiarity with SAN technology including FC, FCoE, and iSCSI
• Familiarity with VMware virtual and storage environments 
• Familiarity with Software Defined Networks
• Network programmability for automating network tasks is a plus
• Familiarity with Network Security Technologies like ISE, Zero Trust, SDA, Segmentation
• Excellent understanding/Experience in dealing with SNMP Network Management Servers and configuration of SNMP agents.