Network Virtualization Engineer
Network Virtualization Engineers are IT professionals who design, build, and manage virtualized network infrastructures. They use their knowledge of networking and virtualization technologies to create virtual networks that are efficient, scalable, and secure. Network Virtualization Engineers are in high demand as businesses move to cloud-based computing and software-defined networking (SDN).
Job Duties
Network Virtualization Engineers typically perform the following job duties:
- Design and build virtual network architectures
- Configure and manage virtual network devices, such as routers, switches, and firewalls
- Troubleshoot and resolve network performance issues
- Monitor and maintain network security
- Work with other IT professionals to integrate virtual networks with other IT systems
- Stay up-to-date on the latest networking and virtualization technologies
Tools of the Trade
Network Virtualization Engineers use a variety of tools and technologies to perform their job duties. These tools include: