Sr. Network Support & Automation Specialist

Sr. Network Support & Automation Specialist Primary Location: Auburn Hills, Ohio Hybrid Position V-Soft Consulting is currently hiring for a Sr. Network Support & Automation Specialist for our premier client in Auburn Hills, Ohio. Education and Experience " Bachelor's degree, preferably in Computer Science, or a related discipline. Understanding of core IT concepts including networking and access control. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Cisco CCNP (Routing and Switching or DataCenter) and proven experience with Cisco Networks. WAN Technologies (MPLS), Routing Protocols (Deep knowledge of BGP and OSPF) and supporting technologies (e.g. BFD). Experience with information security management frameworks such as ISO 27001, ITIL, NIST 800-53, CIS. Cisco CCIE - Routing and Switching (Desired) / Arista ACE. Desired Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent real life experience in Data Networking. Palo Alto PCNSE/ZScaler ZCCA-IA / Fortinet NSE4 / Pulse PCS: Administration and Configuration. 10 years of experience designing and implementing enterprise network and security systems. Experience with each of the following required: Network Automation & Simulation Experience (Ansible / Python / GNS3). Broad experience in full stack support environment, able to troubleshoot problems affecting a variety of operating systems both server and workstation. 5 years of experience implementing & managing enterprise firewalls with a specific focus on next-generation feature implementation. End-user VPNs - SSL, ESP, host posture checking. Proxies - PAC, forward, reverse, tunnel/gateway. Experience with any of the following preferred: Palo Alto, FortiNet, Cisco ASA & FirePower firewalls. Arista & Cisco Ethernet Switches. Cisco & Juniper Routers. Infoblox IPAM & DHCP. Demonstrable hands on knowledge of Cisco Networks, including Switches, Routers, Wireless, ISE. Hands on knowledge of F5 Networks, Load balancer (LTM, GTM, Vipron). Hands on knowledge of WAN Optimization & SDWAN. Hands on knowledge of Infoblox, including Domain Name Server/ DHCP/ IPAM. Linux experience. Hands on knowledge of NetScout and Wireshark to capture and interpret TCP/IP packets to identify problems in the network environment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities " Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving - creating options and solutions. Continuous Improvement - perpetually looking for a better way. Analytical Thinking - using logic and reason. Persuasion / Motivation - moving others to action. Customer Focus. Technical Documentation. Interested? Qualified candidates should send their resumes to dchoudharyvsoftconsulting.com V-Soft Consulting Group is recognized among the top 100 fastest growing staffing companies in North America, V-Soft Consulting Group is headquartered in Louisville, KY with strategic locations in India, Canada and the U.S. V-Soft is known as an agile, innovative technology services company holding several awards and distinctions and has a wide variety of partnerships across diverse technology stacks. As a valued V-Soft Consultant, you're eligible for full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), a 401(k) plan, competitive compensation and more. V-Soft is partnered with numerous Fortune 500 companies, exceptionally positioned to advance your career growth. V-Soft Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. For more information or to view all our open jobs, please visit www.vsoftconsulting.com or call (844) 425-8425. LI-DC1 INDSP MonsterPost