Network Architect

Network And Data Center Architect

At CompucomStaffing, you're more than just a number. Our employee relationship managers support you throughout your engagement, providing career guidance and reemployment assistance. Our client is currently seeking a qualified Network and Data Center Architect to join their team onsite in Andover, MA. This Architect will lead the design, implementation, and support of the enterprise infrastructure environment. This role will be responsible for network architecture, data center technologies, virtualization, storage, backup, and disaster recovery solutions across a multi-site environment. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to provide architectural leadership while partnering closely with operations, engineering, and business stakeholders.

Duties And Responsibilities

Network Architecture

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure
• Develop and support LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless, and security solutions
• Manage Cisco Catalyst and Meraki networking environments
• Define network standards, segmentation, resiliency, and high-availability strategies
• Lead network upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management initiatives

Data Center & Virtualization

• Design and support data center infrastructure and virtualization platforms
• Manage VMware ESXi and vCenter environments
• Drive capacity planning, performance optimization, and high-availability strategies
• Support server infrastructure and hardware lifecycle planning

Storage, Backup & Disaster Recovery

• Architect and support enterprise storage solutions using Dell EMC platforms
• Manage storage provisioning, performance optimization, and capacity planning
• Oversee backup and recovery solutions, including cloud-based data protection
• Ensure disaster recovery readiness and compliance with recovery objectives

Infrastructure & Operations

• Serve as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex infrastructure and network issues
• Support incident, change, and problem management processes
• Coordinate with vendors, carriers, and internal support teams
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures

Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance
• Partner with infrastructure, security, and application teams on strategic initiatives
• Mentor engineers and support knowledge-sharing across teams
• Present recommendations and solutions to technical and business stakeholders

Skills And Qualifications:

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in network, infrastructure, or data center architecture
• Strong experience with:
• Cisco Catalyst switching (9200/9300 series)
• Cisco Meraki (MX, MS, Wireless)
• SD-WAN, routing, and network segmentation
• VMware ESXi and vCenter
• Enterprise storage solutions
• Backup and disaster recovery platforms
• Experience supporting multi-site enterprise environments
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and problem-solving skills
• Strategic thinker with strong technical depth
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to balance architecture, operations, and business needs
• Strong focus on reliability, scalability, and continuous improvement

Technology Environment

• Cisco Catalyst & Meraki Networking
• SD-WAN & Enterprise Wireless
• VMware Virtualization
• Dell EMC Storage
• Rubrik Backup & Recovery
• Windows and Linux Server Environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Dell EMC PowerStore and Unity storage platforms
• Experience with Rubrik backup and recovery solutions
• Hybrid cloud or multi-site enterprise experience
• Familiarity with ITIL-based service delivery environments
• Automation or scripting experience (Ansible, PowerShell, Python, etc.)
• Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, VCP, or equivalent
• Nutanix

Wage Range: The rate for this position is between $65.47 - $87.29 per hour, unless local minimum wage is higher. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Benefits: The Company offers a comprehensive benefit package that you can elect into including but not limited to the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability plans, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays (up to 6 days annually), paid time off (minimum of 10 days annually), paid parental leave (minimum of 10 days annually), 401(k), FSA/HSA pre-tax benefits. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. W2 only, no Corp to Corp. Equal Employment Opportunity: CompucomStaffing ™, a division of CompuCom® Systems, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide IT staffing services and solutions to Fortune 1000 companies as well as small and medium business. For more information, visit Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. Arizona Applicants: TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE COMPANY MAINTAINS A SMOKE-FREE WORKPLACE. California Residents: PLEASE REVIEW THE CALIFORNIA CONSUMER PRIVACY ACT NOTICE. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. This includes the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Maryland Applicants: UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT AN INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A LIE DETECTOR OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100. Massachusetts Applicants: IT IS UNLAWFUL IN MASSACHUSETTS TO REQUIRE OR ADMINISTER A LIE DETECTOR TEST AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW SHALL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL PENALTIES AND CIVIL LIABILITY. Rhode Island Applicants: THE COMPANY IS SUBJECT TO CHAPTERS 29-38 OF TITLE 28 OF THE GENERAL LAWS OF RHODE ISLAND, AND IS THEREFORE COVERED BY THE STATE'S WORKERS' COMPENSATION LAW. #INDCCStaffing