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AEP Hawaii · 16 hours ago

Senior Network Engineer (TS/SCI)

Honolulu, HI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$150K/yr - $170K/yr

7+ years exp

AEP Hawaii is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to support large-scale data center networking initiatives in a mission-critical environment. The role involves deploying network solutions, advising on architectural decisions, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure operational readiness and alignment with business objectives.

ConsultingManagement ConsultingRecruiting

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Zack Hernandez

Responsibilities

Support large-scale data center network deployments in a high-availability environment

Review and provide recommendations on EVPN/VXLAN leaf-spine network designs

Migrate or interconnect network environments across multiple vendors into a modern Arista-based infrastructure

Build and support network configurations, including provisioning automation using Python and tools such as Ansible or Chef

Assist with implementation planning, change management, and operational readiness

Participate in proof-of-concept efforts and deep testing to validate design scenarios

Perform troubleshooting, bug scrubs, and provide configuration or code recommendations

Act as a technical interface between internal engineering teams, vendor support, and the customer

Advise on architectural decisions and translate business requirements into scalable leaf-spine network solutions

Design and support advanced routing architectures with a focus on BGP, EVPN, and VXLAN

Build and maintain strong relationships with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Understand and align solutions with client business objectives

Travel may be required on a limited basis

Qualification

Data center networkingLeaf-spine architecturesBGPMP-BGPEVPNVXLANPython automationAnsibleArista technologiesData center switchingAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCustomer-focused mindset

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience

Active Top Secret security clearance (required)

7+ years of experience designing and deploying data center networks

Deep expertise in leaf-spine architectures

Strong hands-on experience with: BGP and MP-BGP

EVPN and VXLAN

L2VNI stretching and L3VNI routing (symmetrical and asymmetrical)

Automation experience using Python and Ansible

Experience with Arista technologies, including AVD and CVP

Strong background in data center switching and routing

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Customer-focused mindset with experience producing technical documentation and tracking work through tickets or follow-ups

Preferred

Industry certifications such as CCIE (DC or SP) or Arista ACE L3/L5

Company

AEP Hawaii

Executive Search, Consulting Services, Technical Recruiting, AI Recruiting

Founded in 2020

Honolulu, Hawaii, USA

2-10 employees

https://www.aephawaii.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Early Stage

Leadership Team

Zack Hernandez

Founder & CEO

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