NSX Network Engineer | Hybrid role |

Xlysi•Houston, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced NSX Network Engineer to join our team. This hybrid role involves designing, implementing, and managing VMware NSX-T/NSX-V network virtualization solutions. You will be responsible for architecting micro-segmentation and zero-trust security, deploying various NSX components, leading migration efforts, and integrating NSX with other platforms. The role also requires strong troubleshooting, automation, and collaboration skills, with opportunities to mentor junior engineers and support pre-sales activities.

Requirements

8–15+ years of IT experience with strong NSX-T expertise
Hands-on experience with NSX (DFW, routing, VPN, LB, micro-segmentation)
Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLAN, VXLAN/Geneve)
Experience with VMware stack (vSphere, ESXi, vCenter)
Scripting/automation skills (Python, PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible)
Experience with data center networking (Leaf-Spine architecture)
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of cloud networking (AWS/Azure)
VMware certifications (VCP-NV / VCAP / VCDX)

Responsibilities

Design and implement VMware NSX-T / NSX-V network virtualization solutions
Architect micro-segmentation and zero-trust network security
Deploy logical switching, routing (Tier-0/Tier-1), DFW, NAT, VPN, and load balancing
Lead NSX migrations (NSX-V to NSX-T)
Integrate NSX with vSphere, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
Troubleshoot complex network/security issues and perform RCA
Automate deployments using Python, PowerCLI, Terraform, or Ansible
Ensure performance, scalability, and high availability
Collaborate with network, cloud, and security teams
Mentor junior engineers and support solution design/pre-sales (Architect level)