Senior Technical Consultant, Network Services

**Overview:** - AHEAD is a company that builds platforms for digital business, integrating cloud infrastructure, automation, analytics, and software delivery. - The company fosters a culture of belonging, valuing diverse perspectives and voices. - AHEAD is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to diversify and enrich ideas and perspectives. **Key Responsibilities:** - Design, develop, and deploy network solutions. - Lead technical delivery teams to achieve excellent customer outcomes. - Provide outstanding customer experiences. - Lead in the architecture and design of complex solutions. - Create technical deliverables and lead customer-facing technical demonstrations. - Influence team members and external customers on policies and best practices. - Mentor junior staff and support project leadership. - Obtain and maintain relevant certifications. **Requirements/Skills/Qualifications:** - Cisco CCNP or higher, Palo Alto PCNSE, and advanced route/switch/firewall design skills. - Mastery in at least three technologies: Cisco ACI, Nexus Dashboard, VxLAN, Viptela; Palo Alto SD-WAN, Prisma Access; Fortinet SD-WAN, Aruba networking or wireless, Arista networking, VMware NSX. - Strong skill in integrating with third-party tools and designing multi-site, cloud-integrated networks. - Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences. - Strong project and situational awareness, with a self-starter attitude. - Possessing a Certified Guardicore (CCI) or Certified Network Specialist (CNS) certification is preferred. **Compensation & Benefits:** - Salary range: $160,000 - $200,000 per year. - USA Employment Benefits include: - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - 401(k) - Paid company holidays - Paid time off - Paid parental and caregiver leave - Additional benefits available at www.aheadbenefits.com (Note: The compensation range is based on On-Target Earnings and may vary based on experience, qualifications, and location.)