Intro
Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!
Why you'll love this job
- This job is a member of the Information Technology Team within the Information Technology Division.
- Responsible for the technical leadership, execution, and delivery of next generation software defined infrastructure; firewall technologies, intrusion detection / prevention technologies, micro-segmentation, F5, SD-LAN, SD-WAN other data center technologies and continuous process improvements. This role will lead the corporate execution and delivery of software defined infrastructure working with internal subject matter experts and partners / vendors to deliver the solution.
What you'll do
Installs, configures, and manages a highly available and scalable VMware / virtualization NSX Software Defined InfrastructureProvides planning, installing, configuring, and upgrading support for NSX, vRealize Automation and Orchestration, and VMware ESXiTransforms the organization by leveraging and enabling automation, orchestration, continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI / CD).Accountable for identifying, designing, building, and implementing within the software defined product, having end-to-end accountability for customer satisfaction, delivery effectiveness and execution.Develops and maintains the company’s virtual software defined infrastructure documents (policies, standards, baselines, guidelines and procedures)Functions as a technical change agent and influences product direction in order to increase IT business value and simplicityServes as an advocate for business stakeholders into IT and helps evangelize the role of network engineering technology back to the businessProvides well-considered counsel to leadership and other business service leaders on the strategic two to three-year technology roadmap for all software defined technologiesPresents innovate forward thinking concepts and technology to improve business processesParticipates in IT strategic planning and budget planning effortsContributes to our positive, team-oriented culture by developing and maintaining cooperative relationships, facilitating the resolution of conflicts, and accepting and providing constructive feedbackAll you'll need for success
Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS / MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience / training5 years of experience in a highly technical professional environment3 years of experience in delivering Software Defined Infrastructure, leveraging automation, orchestration, and scripting technologies. NSX experience is a must.5 years of experience with various Operating Systems, such as Windows, Linux, UNIX, Cisco IOS, or NX-OSPreferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS / MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience / trainingAirline Industry experienceSkills, Licenses & Certifications
CCNP – DC, Routing, Switching VMWare Certified Professional StandardProven ability to build, cultivate, and promote strong relationships with internal customers at all levels of the organization, as well as with IT counterparts, business partners, and external groupsDeep understanding of the interdependent relationship between information security, database, middleware, network infrastructure, and application servicesAbility to deploy and execute software defined infrastructure; firewall technologies, intrusion detection / prevention, micro-segmentation, and software defined network, and software defined WANExtensive experience with Data Center infrastructure solutions : Cisco (Route and Switch), F5 (LTM, APM, ASM), Palo Alto (FW + IDS / IPS functions), Infoblox (DDI), Citrix Netscaler (VDI), Cisco ISE and ACSExtensive experience with Campus LAN and WLAN solutions, also implemented on Cisco products, network segmentation and access control in remote offices and campus locationsExtensive experience with programming / scripting languages and frameworks in support of automation, such as Python or AnsibleStrong experience with Active Directory & DNSExperience with virtualization in the network, security and overall infrastructure spaceAbility to design Ansible networking playbooks (and / or via Python scripts, REST API) for F5, Palo Alto, Gigamon , Infoblox, Cisco IOS / IOS-XE / NX-OSExperience working with Agile project management methodologies and toolsDemonstrated experience with DevOps, ITIL, and platform process & technology, with a progressive track recordWhat you'll get
Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer :
Travel Perks : Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.Health Benefits : On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.Wellness Programs : We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.401(k) Program : Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.Additional Benefits : Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and moreFeel free to be yourself at American
From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.