Principal Technical Consultant, Cloud Networking at AHEAD

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cloud Computing, Information TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Experience using Terraform to provision and manage resources deployed to public cloud platforms
Advanced knowledge in general network security, data center networking and software defined networking
Degree in the Information Technology field, or equivalent experience
7+ years of consulting experience, or equivalent experience
Experience working as a technical lead in small to medium sized technical networking projects
Customer focused, and results driven
Excellent time management and prioritization skills
Professional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Must be independent, self-motivated, a self-starter and possess a good working attitude
Ability to work well within a team and partner environment, including mentoring and training other team members
Relevant expert level industry certification (CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure, AWS Network Specialty, etc.)

Responsibilities

Lead design, deployment and automation efforts related to public cloud platforms
Serve as a technical point of escalation and drive incidents/problems until resolution utilizing advice and assistance from manufacturers and other team members as required
Keep client stakeholders and project managers apprised of project status throughout the project life cycle with detailed and thorough communication
Serve as the subject matter expert in cross-functional client workshops and engagements
Develop a wide range of client assessment and design deliverables including written documents and precise low-level diagrams
Constantly evolve technical skill sets with certifications, training, and conferences during free time based on business requirements
Support and mentor less experienced team members through training sessions and on-the-job mentoring
Represent AHEAD in a professional manner to clients, partners, and peers
Track, maintain, and report travel and expense activities in accordance with AHEAD policies
Track, maintain, and report weekly time in accordance with AHEAD policies

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AWSAzureGCPCloud NetworkingNetwork SecurityAutomationNetwork EngineeringInfrastructure DesignNetwork Automation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement or location policy for this role?

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What salary or compensation is offered for this position?

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What key skills are required for the Principal Technical Consultant role?

The role requires expertise in designing, automating, deploying, and integrating native and third-party networking and network security resources in AWS, Azure, and GCP, optimizing on-premises networks for cloud adoption, and strong consulting and interpersonal skills to lead client discussions.

What is the company culture like at AHEAD?

AHEAD prioritizes a culture of belonging where all perspectives and voices are represented, valued, respected, and heard, empowering everyone to speak up, make change, and drive the culture. They are an equal opportunity employer that embraces all candidates contributing to diversification and enrichment of ideas.

What makes a strong candidate for this Principal Technical Consultant position?

A strong candidate has knowledge and experience in architecting, engineering, automating, and deploying networking solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP with a background in traditional networking, plus strong consulting skills to lead client discussions and understand technical implications of business requirements.

AHEAD

Digital transformation and cloud consulting services

About AHEAD

AHEAD specializes in digital transformation services, focusing on helping medium to large enterprises modernize their IT infrastructure. The company offers a range of services including cloud migration, automation, and infrastructure optimization, primarily using Microsoft Azure. AHEAD's products work by providing tailored consulting and managed services that guide clients through the complexities of digital transformation. What sets AHEAD apart from its competitors is its deep expertise in cloud solutions and a strong client-centric approach, which has been validated by achieving Gold Cloud Platform Competency with Azure. The company's goal is to empower organizations to take control of their digital transformation journeys and achieve sustainable success.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2007Year Founded

BUYOUTCompany Stage

Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Risks

Emerging cloud service providers offer similar services at lower costs.

Rapid technological advancements may outpace AHEAD's solution updates.

Economic downturns could reduce spending on digital transformation projects.

Differentiation

AHEAD specializes in digital transformation with a focus on cloud solutions.

The company achieved Gold Cloud Platform Competency with Microsoft Azure.

AHEAD offers tailored solutions for cloud migration and infrastructure optimization.

Upsides

Increased demand for hybrid cloud solutions aligns with AHEAD's expertise.

Growing interest in AI-driven IT operations presents new opportunities for AHEAD.

The rise of edge computing offers AHEAD opportunities in edge-to-cloud solutions.

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