Networks SME

Riviera is a Global Business and Technology Services firm specializing in the areas of Telecom, Information Security, Data Center Virtualization/Consolidation, and Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing & Analytics. Riviera is committed to its client s sustainable competitive advantage. The people at Riviera will work with you to develop a customized approach in streamlining client s business needs in a comprehensive and flexible manner. Riviera offers a competitive compensation package with opportunities for growth and professional development.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Role Title: Networks SME

Loc: Alpharetta, GA

Description:

3 days onsite - including the weekend shifts
2-3 interview rounds
Long term contract
Prefer local candidate - candidate needs to be onsite from day one - no exception

We are looking for a Networks SME to join our team in Alpharetta, GA. The broad knowledge of all major topics is critical. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of experience preferably with a Financial Services Firm, Technology vendor or systems integrator designing, and implementing large scale networks.
Ability to work both independently and as a team member is essential. Strong presentation skills are imperative to be able explain network design, articulate risk, and facilitate decision making.
Strong security focus and experience with Network Security Concepts and Multi-tier Security architectures. Able to lead the segregation efforts between production and non-production networks. In this role, a person will be responsible for understanding the design standards, implementing and maintaining the network infrastructure to ensure a secure and efficient separation between prod and non-prod environments.

Expert Level Technical Skills Required
Ethernet technologies: STP, 802.1Q, VPC, Multilayer Switching; Leaf-Spine IP Fabric
IP Routing: RIP, OSPF, BGP, MPBGP, TCP/IP
Multicast routing: PIM, IGMP, MSDP
VxLAN
Platform knowledge on Cisco Switching & Routing Platforms
o Nexus 9000 Series Data Centre Switching Platform
Platform Knowledge on Arista Switching platforms
Working knowledge on various Network OS
o Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, NXOS, IOS-XR
o Arista EOS
Ability to understand the network segmentation between Prod, non-prod
Develop a comprehensive network implementation plan while meeting the business and technology requirements and security standards.
Administration of network hardware, virtualization, and routing across multiple environments.
Familiarity with JIRA for project and task management, specifically work in Agile-Kanban.

Skills Desired:
Ability to use Microsoft applications such as Visio, Word, Excel and Outlook
Proficient in UNIX or Linux
Certifications: CCIE or equivalent along with CISSP highly desirable
Experience with scripting / automation using Python / Ansible is a strong plus. Must be a person who can independently identify and independently build automation of any repetitive work.
Tools: Wireshark, Infoblox, HPNA, Splunk, Sevone, Ansible is a plus
Working knowledge on SDN, SDWAN, DMVPN
Sound knowledge in public cloud, Kubernetes, storage over IP and VMWare
Strong sense of security concept include defense in depth, zero trust networking, least privilege principle, risks and controls.
Experience of driving enterprise level initiatives working with senior stakeholders across Regions and Cultures

Additionally, the ideal candidate should be
Flexible and adaptable to meet the team's targets
Honest, hardworking, and reliable
Possess a strong sense of ownership/accountability

If you feel you match the above skill set then I would appreciate if you can either email me at or call me at

Regards,

Gaurang Pawar

Accounts Manager

Riviera Consulting LLC

239 Suite B205, New Road,

Parsippany, NJ-07054

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