Sr. Network Engineer (Palo, F5, ACI, NSX, Meraki) - Hybrid

Sr. Network Engineer (Palo, F5, ACI, NSX, Meraki) – Hybrid KC MO If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application. Innova Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer with a strong background in advanced network design, deployment, and management. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of enterprise networking, security, and virtualization technologies, with hands-on expertise in Palo Alto firewalls, F5 load balancers, Cisco ACI, VMware NSX, and Meraki. This role requires a strategic thinker/trusted adviser on ACI and F5 with the ability to implement and manage complex network architectures to support our growing infrastructure – at a hosting enterprise level. Candidates with large enterprise level, multi-tenant and MSP service provider experience are highly preferred. Job requires local candidates who can work a hybrid onsite schedule in the Kansas City area. Required Qualifications:5+ years of experience in complex enterprise network environments 3+ years of experience designing, managing, and assessing complex IT infrastructures Strong understanding of network protocols: TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, MPLS, VLAN, vRF, NAT, and VXLAN Extensive knowledge of network security protocols and technologies: IPsec, SSL/TLS, HA Environments (B/G/Y), and VPNs Proficiency in network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (such as Zabbix, Netbox, etc.) Experience with network automation and orchestration: Ansible, Powershell, Netmiko, or pyATS Solid understanding of network virtualization in a multi-tenant environment: F5, Palo Alto NGFW, VMware NSX, Cisco ACI, Cisco Meraki, or VXLAN-EVPN Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) concepts and technologies Preferred Qualifications:7+ years of experience in complex network environments 5+ years of experience designing, managing, and assessing complex IT infrastructures Expert-level knowledge of Palo Alto NGFW, Cisco Nexus 2k-9k, vPC, vDC, ACI, Meraki, VMware NSX, and F5 systems Troubleshooting level experience with Dynamic Routing Protocols: BGP, OSPF, and ISIS Knowledge of network security best practices and compliance standards: NIST, PCI-DSS, and HIPAA Hands-on experience with network scripting and programming: Ansible, Powershell, or pyATS Relevant network certifications: CCNP, PCNSE, F5-CTS (LTM/DNS/ASM/APM), AWS Solutions Architect Professional or Advanced Networking Specialty PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS: Pay Range- $115-180K/year range Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/ is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at hr@innovasolutions.com or (770) 493-5588. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields. Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.