Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled VMware NSX Architect for a short-term contract to design and implement network architecture as part of a Kubernetes-as-a-Service solution on vCloud Director. The NSX Architect will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, acting as the lead authority for all VMware NSX-related components.
Security Clearance: DV Cleared
Job Type: Contract 3-6 Months
Start date: (ASAP)
Key Responsibilities
* Design and Implement Network Architecture: Lead the design of VMware NSX network infrastructure within a multi-tenanted, multi-site Kubernetes environment on vCloud Director.
* Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with Tanzu, vCD, and other architects to create a comprehensive design aligned with client needs.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Conduct workshops with partners and clients to understand requirements, refine design details, and establish a clear vision for the NSX network architecture.
* Design Ownership: Manage the end-to-end NSX design, ensuring integration with vCloud Director and Kubernetes components while addressing security, multi-tenancy, and scalability requirements.
* Documentation and Compliance: Develop and maintain high-quality documentation, outlining best practices and guidelines for NSX configuration, management, and deployment.
* Security and Compliance Adherence: Ensure that all aspects of the NSX design comply with DV clearance standards and other regulatory or security requirements.
Required Qualifications
* VMware NSX Certification: Relevant VMware NSX accreditations, such as VCP-NV, VCAP-NV (Design or Deploy), or VCDX-NV, demonstrating expertise in designing, deploying, and managing VMware NSX environments.
* Proven experience as an NSX Architect or similar role within VMware environments.
* Strong expertise in VMware NSX-T for networking, security, and multi-tenancy within Kubernetes environments on vCloud Director.
* Familiarity with CSE, OSE, App Launchpad, DSE, and their integration with network architecture.
* Excellent communication skills, with experience in facilitating workshops and gathering technical requirements from clients and partners.
* DV clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in designing network solutions within multi-tenanted, secure, and complex VMware environments.
* Familiarity with VMware Tanzu and Kubernetes-as-a-Service architectures.
* Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.