Sdn Architect

**Sopra Steria Group**, a major player in consulting, technology services and software publishing in Europe, assists its clients in the successful transformation of their business and information systems. By combining value and innovation in the solutions proposed, and delivering utmost quality and performance in the services provided, Sopra Steria Group positioned itself as a preferred partner for major companies and organizations; especially those looking for the best use of digital technology for their development and competitiveness.

**Position Overview**:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced SDN Architect specializing in VMware NSX-T to lead the deployment and management of network virtualization solutions within our public administration service provider team, supporting the European Commission. As part of our dynamic and collaborative team of approximately 300 professionals, you will play a pivotal role in architecting, implementing, and optimizing NSX-T deployments for data center rollouts, ensuring streamlined network configuration, advanced security, and compliance.

**Responsibilities**:
**1. Lead VMware NSX-T Deployment**:
Architect and lead the deployment of VMware NSX-T for data center rollouts, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement NSX-T solutions tailored to the needs of the European

Commission's public administration services.

**2. Implement Automation for Network Configuration**:
Develop and implement automation workflows to streamline network configuration processes, leveraging tools such as vRealize

Automation (vRA) and Ansible.

Drive efficiency and consistency in network provisioning and management through automation.

**3. Configure Advanced Security Layers**:
Design and implement advanced security layers within NSX-T, including micro-segmentation, distributed firewalling, and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS).

Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, implementing security best practices to safeguard sensitive data and infrastructure.

**4. Global Collaboration for NSX-T Solutions**:
Collaborate with global teams to develop and maintain consistent NSX-T solutions across different geographical regions and data centers.

Share knowledge, best practices, and lessons learned to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

**5. Utilize Monitoring and Troubleshooting Tools**:
Utilize VMware vRealize Operations (vROps) and VMware vRealize Network Insight (vRNI) for monitoring, troubleshooting, and reporting on NSX-T environments.

Proactively identify performance bottlenecks, network anomalies, and security threats, taking timely corrective actions as needed.

**6. Documentation and Knowledge Transfer**:
Document NSX-T configurations, architecture diagrams, and deployment procedures to ensure comprehensive knowledge transfer within the team.

Facilitate training sessions and workshops to empower team members with the necessary skills and expertise in NSX-T implementation and management.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology.
- Proven experience with NSX-T implementations in large-scale environments, preferably within the public sector or service provider industry.
- VMware certifications, such as VMware Certified Professional (VCP) and VMware Certified Specialist - NSX-T Data Center, are preferred.
- Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) concepts, hybrid network architectures, and integration with public cloud platforms.
- Excellent understanding of routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF (mandatory)

**Skills**:

- Proficiency in SDN concepts and VMware EHC Cloud (Enterprise Hybrid Cloud).
- Knowledge of network virtualization technologies such as Geneve, vSAN, and Nutanix.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and performance bottlenecks effectively.

**We Offer**:
We offer the opportunity to work in a fast growing and dynamic team on challenging national and international projects in different industries. We also offer the opportunity to continuously deepen your knowledge and to further develop your personal competencies.

If you want to boost your career and join a growing European leading IT services company, do not hesitate to check this opportunity and send us your resume.