Position Title: Performance Consultant Location: Tampa, Florida Clearance Level: Active TS/SCI (required) Technology Specialization: WAN Optimization Travel Requirement: 50% What you will do • Deploy and implement WAN optimization solutions across customer environments, including tactical platforms • Lead end-to-end consulting engagements, including planning, design, implementation, and project closure • Serve as a technical subject matter expert (SME) in networking, WAN optimization, and application performance • Assess customer environments and drive solution adoption to maximize ROI and business value • Design and architect solutions for data center consolidation, migration, and performance optimization • Develop technical documentation and deliverables, including HLDs, LLDs, and compliance-related materials • Troubleshoot complex performance issues and produce detailed analysis and reporting (e.g., dependency mapping) • Act as a trusted advisor to customers, providing strategic guidance on performance management and best practices What makes you an ideal candidate • Active TS/SCI clearance (required for working with Federal customers) • Deep expertise in WAN optimization and/or network performance technologies • Strong networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, protocols, and network architecture • Experience in technical consulting, professional services, or network engineering roles • Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex IT environments • Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders • Hands-on experience with network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark, tcpdump, snmpwalk) • Broad understanding of IT infrastructure and application architectures, including multi-tier environments What we offer Our employee benefits including flexible workplace policies, employee resource groups, learning and development resources, career progression pathways, and community engagement initiatives are some of the reasons why we have had great success in bringing in new talent. In addition, our global employee wellness programs are crafted to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of our employees. Benefits & Perks vary by Country. Check us out on:www.riverbed.com@LifeAtRiverbed Tags #LI-MB4