Description:

AHEAD builds platforms for digital business by integrating cloud infrastructure, automation, analytics, and software delivery to facilitate digital transformation.
The company fosters a culture of belonging, valuing diverse perspectives and voices.
AHEAD is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination based on various protected characteristics.
The Senior Technical Consultant will design, develop, and deploy solutions using network technologies.
This role involves leading and mentoring a collaborative team, ensuring quality documentation and delivery of development efforts.
The consultant will engage with customer service owners, process owners, and service delivery groups, participating in professional demos and meetings.
Responsibilities include designing and deploying complex network solutions, leading technical delivery resources, and providing exceptional customer experiences.
The consultant will create technical diagrams, executive presentations, and technology roadmaps, and lead customer-facing technical demonstrations.
Mentoring junior staff and maintaining relevant certifications are also key aspects of the role.

Requirements:

Candidates must possess a Cisco CCNP or higher certification and a Palo Alto PCNSE certification.
Advanced skills in route/switch/firewall design and architecture for complex customer environments are required.
Proficiency in BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, fabric switching, and experience with Cisco FTD, Palo Alto firewalls, or Fortinet firewalls is necessary.
Mastery in at least three technologies such as Cisco ACI, Nexus Dashboard, VxLAN, Viptela, Palo Alto SD-WAN, Prisma Access, Fortinet SD-WAN, Aruba networking, or VMware NSX is expected.
An advanced understanding of wireless integrations, preferably with Cisco or Aruba, is required.
Strong skills in integrating with third-party tools and designing multi-site, cloud-integrated networks are essential.
Excellent presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership, are critical.
Candidates should demonstrate strong project management skills, attention to detail, and a self-starter attitude.
Effective internal and external communication skills, both verbal and written, are mandatory.