Principal Datacenter Architect

Honeywell • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The future is what you make it. When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future. That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars. Working at Honeywell isn’t just about developing cool things. That’s why all of our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries. Are you ready to help us make the future? The Enterprise Data center and Network (DCN) Organization designs, implements and operates a state-of-the-art Information Systems Infrastructure serving around 110,000 employees, in over 700 locations across 65 plus countries. We work with the latest and emerging technologies to deliver scalable, high performing, always available infrastructure services around the world. We deliver services that connect, host, virtualize, store, collaborate, integrate, compute and transact business solutions that utilizes cloud first, automation, analytics, “as a Service”, BIG data and software defined. The Lead Network Engineer within the Connectivity team is a key role in the development, delivery implementation and operational support of Network services at designated branch site

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in planning, with proven expertise in Network architecture frameworks and methodologies.
• 8+ years’ total IT Infrastructure experience
• Network and Server infrastructure design and implementation
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in configuring DataCenter Switching and Routing Networks.
• Experience with network management tools and technologies, including Cisco, Juniper, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing cloud networking solutions.
• Expertise in network design, protocol analysis, cloud platforms, and security methodologies.
• Professional-level certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Juniper Networks Certified Professional (JCP).
• Comprehensive knowledge of cloud computing, security, and data management.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols, security standards, and best practices.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing enterprise-level network solutions.

Nice To Haves

• Supporting the operations and maintenance of the VMware virtual infrastructure, including, but not limited to, vCenter Server Appliance, vRealize Operations Manager (vROps), vRealize.
• Performing upgrades and applying patches or firmware updates to the virtual infrastructure software or hardware.
• Leverage good understanding of Private and Public Cloud technologies
• Providing operational support on a wide range of technologies, including VMWare NSX, Cisco, Citrix Load balancer, VMWare Networking, Routers, Switches, Software-based networking, Firewalls, ACLs, DMZ.
• Strong Data Center Knowledge including Nexus Routing & Switching.
• Expertise in TCP/IP model, OSPF, BGP, IP addressing and routing best practices.
• Expertise with switching technologies VTP,802.1q, VLAN, Etherchannel, Trunking, Port Security, STP and RSTP.
• Strong experience in the following products / solutions: Cisco Nexus 7K, 9K. Catalyst 9000 switches and 5K’s (UCS) ISR 4000 and 1000 routers
• Robust experience operating and troubleshooting complex networks with segmentation and virtualization.
• Strong experience with Cisco ACI Spine and leaf architecture
• Skills in partnering with internal customers at all levels to define problems, identify solutions, and facilitate change
• Skill/proven ability to analyze complex problems and break them down into logical, actionable parts.
• Programming, scripting, developing code on Unix using API's, python or equivalent is a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills - effective listening and teaming
• Self-motivated, demonstrated bias for action
• The ability to be a change agent and promote positive change in the organization demonstrating drive for continual improvement and efficiency
• Excellent oral, written and collaborative communication skills, including executive level communications.

Responsibilities

• You will function as the Subject Matter Expert for deploying and operating Data Center & Network infrastructure based on a standard architecture
• You will build and operate data networks over a single physical and logical network, transition traditional and legacy networks using Software Defined Network, Network Function Virtualization, Automation and Orchestration
• Design and Deploy Cloud Network Infrastructure (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Closely work with factory/operational technology teams to understand the end-to-end operational workflow and help designing standard network architecture
• Proactively monitor and manage the network/server infrastructure and avoid business disruptions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed