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.