Network Lifecycle Consultant

MRE Consulting is seeking a Network Lifecycle Consultant to support ongoing equipment replacement and firmware upgrade initiatives across multiple business sites. The ideal resource will bring hands‑on experience with Fortinet, Aruba, and Cisco environments, with the ability to ensure smooth migrations and restore full network services post-cutover.

• Lead transition of legacy Cisco switches to Aruba platforms across distributed sites.
• Implement and upgrade Aruba wireless controllers (both physical upgrade of HW and firmware upgrades) to enhance site connectivity and reliability.
• Implement and upgrade Fortinet Forti Gate Firewalls (both physical upgrade of HW and firmware upgrades) to enhance site connectivity, security, and reliability.
• Support daily operations before, during, and after lifecycle events to ensure minimal disruption.
• Act as the escalation point for network issues throughout the replacement process.
• Document network configurations and design changes comprehensively (pre- and post-upgrade).

• Proven experience with Fortinet firewalls, Aruba networking, and Cisco to Aruba migrations.
• Strong experience in automation of firmware upgrades and data collection from Solar Winds.
• Strong troubleshooting and network design skills in enterprise environments.
• Ability to work independently across multiple sites and coordinate with local IT and vendors.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.