CCIE Data Center Solution Architect at Blueprint Business Technologies

Responsibilities

• Perform client consulting in the area of network engineering (hardware and software) using DATA CENTER devices, switches, network security devices, protocol analyzers, SD-WAN, SD ACCESS
• Design, plan and implement LANs and WANs using the latest technology
• Identify and troubleshoot hardware and software technical problems related to LANs/WANs
• Conduct throughput analysis, problem-solving, and infrastructure planning
• Participate in various client projects intended to continually improve/upgrade network infrastructures
• Follow life-cycle oriented processes and procedures
• Troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade, and provide solutions to complex hardware/software problems
• Assist in the management of projects using project management methodology
• Regularly interface with technical and business staff of customers, including the project sponsor and stakeholders of projects in more complex engagements
• Serve as technical point of contact on customer engagements
• Create and execute test plans to meet project requirements for assigned components
• Identify and communicate potential opportunities for cross-selling to the sales team
• Manage time and expense to meet or exceed expectations defined in the Statement of Work
• Provide high-quality content deliverables using the appropriate document templates
• Ensure solution is implemented as designed to the customer’s satisfaction and approval
• Work with Professional Services Managers, Project Managers, and customers to manage expectations and timelines to ensure expectations and commitments are being met
• Conducts/leads design workshops for complex designs to meet customer, business and technical objectives
• Proactively develops plans and activities to avoid problems
• Educates the customer on solution as appropriate throughout the life of the project or service life

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or a related technical degree or equivalent
• Relevant experience delivering complex technical solutions including planning, development, implementation, and support

Other Required Qualifications:

• Relevant years consulting experience
• Experience with troubleshooting Cisco router, switch and/or virtual network configurations
• Ability to work weekends and/or off-hours as necessary to meet clients' needs
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients and end-users
• Physically able to work with network devices
• Attention to detail on inventory and logistics is important

Preferred Qualifications:

• CCIE certification in Data Center.