Network Migration Consultant

Network Migration Consultant at The Planet Group Network Migration Consultant at The Planet Group in NORTH WALTHAM, Massachusetts Posted in 9 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Our client is seeking Network Migration Technicians to support a series of network transition initiatives across independent office environments. This role will focus on assisting offices that operate outside of the standard technology package, requiring customized networking support and hands-on guidance throughout migration efforts. The ideal candidate will bring strong networking expertise, particularly with firewall technologies, and the ability to work directly with end users in small to mid-sized office settings. Key Responsibilities Coordinate directly with office stakeholders to schedule and execute network migrations from existing firewall solutions to new environments Assess current network configurations and document technical setups for transition planning Provide guidance and technical support to offices during the migration process, ensuring a smooth transition to new networking solutions Act as a trusted advisor to office teams, offering best practices for network setup and optimization Monitor migration progress and follow up to ensure timelines and project milestones are met Ensure proper decommissioning and disposal of legacy networking equipment in accordance with established procedures Collaborate with internal teams to share updates, escalate issues, and support overall project delivery Maintain accurate documentation and provide regular status updates within project tracking systems Support troubleshooting efforts during and after migrations to resolve networking-related issues Triage general technical requests and route them to appropriate support teams as needed Required Qualifications 5+ years of hands-on experience with networking infrastructure, including routers and firewalls Strong experience with firewall technologies, particularly Check Point (required) Familiarity with additional networking vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto, or similar platforms Solid understanding of core networking protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN) Experience supporting small office or distributed office environments Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve issues in production environments Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively support non-technical stakeholders Experience with task tracking and project coordination tools Preferred Skills Experience working in client-facing or field support roles Ability to manage multiple concurrent migrations or projects Strong organizational skills and attention to detail