Sr. Network and Security Delivery Consultant

The Delivery Consultant is a key member of the Canadian Professional Services Delivery team. The Consultant works closely with local Sales and Delivery teams to plan, design and implement various industry-recognized network and security solutions for clients using a mix of technologies :

• Routing, Switching, wireless and Data Centre (Cisco, HP, Aruba, Fortinet, etc)
• Cisco Nexus switching, Catalyst switching
• Working knowledge of Security Services such as : FirePower Threat Defence (FTD), Identify Services Engine (ISE), AMP for Network / Endpoint, Umbrella
• Working knowledge in Security architecture and risk management
• Working knowledge in Cybersecurity and related architecture Other technology areas considered an asset include :
• Software Defined Networking (Cisco ACI, Vmware NSX)
• Software Defined WAN (Cisco Viptela, Vmware VeloCloud)
• Cisco DNA (Automation / Assurance and SDA)
• Email Security Appliances, Web Security Appliance / Firewalls
• Cloud Network Architecture for Public Cloud (AWS, Azure, Google, etc)
• Cloud Security for Public Cloud (AWS, Azure, Google, etc)

In this role, you will :

• Scope activities for the development of customer statements of work
• Play a key role in technology assessments and discovery
• Lead recommending, seeking approval and sign-off of proposed solutions and design, develop and implement proposed solution.

Required Skills and Experience :

• Overall 10+ years’ experience with proven history in consulting and / or professional services industry with a particular strong background encompassing network and security.
• Strong English communication skills both written and spoken are essential.
• Strong capability in technical writing for customer proposals, documentation or solution summaries.
• Those having strong organizational and interpersonal skills plus a demonstrated effectiveness in customer-facing roles are ideal.
• Strong presentation technical skills and must be able to work cross-functionally with account teams and partner organizations.
• Focus on delivery with strong client-facing abilities / background.
• Assessment, discovery, design and delivery experience is essential.
• Expert with Cisco Routers, 4000 series, 37XX series, 36XX series, 29XX series, 28XX series.
• Expert with Cisco Catalyst 3700 series, 3600 series, 3500 series and 2900 series switches.
• Experience with Cisco Meraki Full Stack
• Experience with Cisco DNA / SDA
• Experience with Aruba CX Series switching
• Experience with Aruba Wireless
• Expert with Cisco Nexus OS.
• Expert with Cisco ACI or VMware NSX
• Experience in VMware servers ESXi 5.x and 6.x with VMware VSphere Client an asset.
• Skilled with in-depth understanding of OSPF, BGP, & EIGRP Routing Protocols, DNS, DHCP and IP Address Management (including IPV6).
• Enterprise experience with Cisco ASA firewalls, Cisco FirePower (FTD) and Next Generation feature sets such as IPS, Malware and Application protection.
• Enterprise experience in other major vendor NG Firewall platforms (Checkpoint, Palo Alto, Fortinet)
• Working knowledge of Cisco AMP for Endpoint and Cisco Umbrella
• Enterprise experience with wireless access controllers and access points, network access control systems, enforcing network security for wired, wireless.
• Enterprise experience with cloud based wireless solutions.
• Enterprise experience with Cisco Identify Services Engine (ISE) for both wired and wireless deployments with integration with Software Defined Networking and MDM
• Knowledge of software defined networking concepts and configuration
• Ability to apply knowledge of various industry-recognized voice architecture and sound technology architecture principles to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
• Compelling communication skills across a wide variety of mediums and situations - including written and verbal communication and in presentations spanning formal and informal, from small to large audience.

Required Travel Approximately 15% - 20% annually within Canada where no travel restrictions in place.

Education Background :

BSc in Computer Science or related discipline, or 3 year Technologist Diploma or equivalent

Combination of certifications with the following technologies would be an asset :

• Cisco : CCNA / DA, CCNP / DP
• Cisco CCIE Data Centre or Security considered an Asset
• CISSP
• Cyber Security training or certification (ex. SANS GIAC Certified Detection Analyst)
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