Senior Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer

Location: Sacramento, CA (Hybrid)

Client: CalPERS

Job Summary:

The candidate must provide a Copy of the Degree for client submission.

Key responsibilities include:

Network Architecture and Implementation:

• Develop advanced network solutions to meet the needs of INVO’s cloud platforms, including Snowflake and SimCorp, ensuring scalability, security, and alignment with organisational goals.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the network infrastructure supports the unique requirements of data platforms like Snowflake, investment management systems like SimCorp, and other INVO partner products such as BlackRock Aladdin, Charles River, Bloomberg, and State Street Bank.
• Implement automated monitoring and failover mechanisms to ensure uninterrupted connectivity across core infrastructure.
• Design solutions for seamless transitions to alternate connectivity paths during failures, prioritising critical applications such as BlackRock Aladdin, Snowflake, SimCorp, and other INVO partner products.

* High Availability and Resiliency:

* Advanced Technology Integration:

• Plan and design secure, modern networking technologies, including Software-Defined Networking (SDN), Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN), and Network Function Virtualisation (NFV).
• Leverage Terraform and other Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools to automate the provisioning, configuration, and management of network infrastructure.
• Ensure IaC practices are integrated into the network architecture to improve efficiency, enable repeatable deployments, and reduce manual errors.
• Align all advanced technology integrations with CalPERS’ enterprise goals, ensuring enhanced network performance, scalability, and security.
• This deliverable ensures CalPERS’ network infrastructure is scalable, secure, and optimised to support INVO’s critical business functions, including seamless operation of Snowflake, SimCorp, BlackRock Aladdin, and other partner platforms.
• The Network Architect Consultant will provide Level II/III support for managing CalPERS’ enterprise data networks and contribute to the design and implementation of advanced networking technologies. Responsibilities include:
• Firewalls o F5 Load Balancers o Infoblox IP Management
• Identity Services Engine (ISE) for port security
• VPN and Site-to-Site VPN tunnels
• Wireless Networking
• Cacti and SolarWinds for alerting and monitoring
• Access Control Server (Device Authentication)
• SecureCRT (CLI Solution)
• Cyclades Management
• Gigamon Switch Monitoring
• Switching and Routing (all aspects)
• Provide network support for BlackRock Aladdin, Charles River, Bloomberg, State Street Bank, and other INVO partner platforms, ensuring seamless connectivity and optimal performance across all systems.
• Design and implement secure, modern networking technologies, such as SDN, SD-WAN, and NFV.
• Monitor and optimise network performance to ensure scalability, reliability, and security across all enterprise systems.
• Maintain consistent communication with the contract manager and other stakeholders to provide updates, address concerns, and ensure alignment with project goals.
• 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM PST, Monday through Friday. Onsite/Hybrid Schedule
• This deliverable ensures CalPERS’ network infrastructure is equipped with cutting-edge technologies and operational excellence to support.

Deliverable 2: Enterprise Network Engineering and Advanced Technology Implementation

* Network Operations and Maintenance: Perform ongoing maintenance and operations for on-premises and cloud-based network components, including:

Support for INVO Partner Products:

* Advanced Technology Design:

* Performance Optimisation:

Communication:

Work Hours: