Senior Network Architect

Overview

Senior Network Architect role at Ropes & Gray LLP .

Ropes & Gray is a preeminent global law firm offering a comprehensive Total Rewards package. The firm has been recognized for its leading practices across multiple areas and operates in major global locations. The firm is an equal opportunity employer.

This position in the IT Department is responsible for the strategic design and architecture of the firm's data, wireless, video, and VOIP networks. Responsibilities include ensuring the stability, integrity and performance of these network services by planning, designing, and developing LANs, MANs, WANs, wireless networks and security infrastructure. The Senior Network Architect will provide technical leadership and assist in analysis and resolution of network, VOIP, and video hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the strategic design and architecture of the firm's data network environment.
• Oversee design, deployment, and maintenance of network systems and components including routers, switches, internet services, WANs, wireless networks, VPNs, firewalls, video networks, VoIP networks, security infrastructure, and performance monitoring systems.
• Participate in physical build planning and design for new spaces; scope, design, plan, oversee and test inter-rack and station cabling for office, MDF, IDF and datacenter builds and refreshes.
• Configure networks to ensure smooth and reliable operation to fulfill business objectives.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend purchases or enhancements of network hardware and software.
• Establish performance standards, processes, policies, and procedures.
• Provide senior level technical support for network elements and systems.
• Design and provide for monitoring of network performance and troubleshoot problems as needed.
• Collaborate with executive management and department leaders to assess near- and long-term network capacity needs.
• Create and maintain documentation related to network architecture and configuration.
• Assure knowledge transfer for new systems.
• Coordinate with other members of the firm for business continuity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years experience in network field.
• Proven experience with planning, installing and managing networks including LAN, MAN, WAN, Optical Networking, DWDM, Wi-Fi, SDWAN or WAN Optimizers, F5 Load Balancers, global traffic management, Cisco switches/routers, and security infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of network capacity planning, network security principles, and general network management best practices.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of LAN/WAN protocols and technologies (e.g., Carrier Ethernet, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, QoS, NTP, SNMP, BGP/OSPF, MPLS, IPsec, Wi-Fi 6/6E).
• Experience with Cisco routers and switches (Nexus series, 3850/4500/9300, ISR, etc.).
• Experience with Infoblox DNS/DHCP, DWDM, SDWAN, Firewalls, Checkpoint/Cisco ISE, SDN, network segmentation, ISE, ACLs, and related tools.
• Network monitoring systems experience (e.g., Gigamon, SolarWinds, NetFlow, Splunk).
• Strong DNS management experience (A, CNAME, TXT, SRV, NS, PTR, SPF, DKIM).
• Data center and IDF design, cabling, UPS management.
• Preferred certifications: CCNA/CCNP, CCDA, CCSP (not required).
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills, analytical and problem-solving abilities, customer service, teamwork, leadership, project management, and ability to work in a multi-office environment.
• Experience in a multi-office environment is preferred.

Essential Capabilities

• Maintain strict confidentiality of the firm\'s internal and personnel affairs.
• Ability to influence at all levels of the organization and act as a self-starter.
• Work effectively in a diverse environment and in a collaborative, team-oriented setting.
• Be creative and flexible to respond quickly to shifting demands and deadlines; manage multiple detailed tasks.
• Organize, plan, and carry out multiple related activities with attention to detail.
• Travel to firm sites and vendor conferences as needed.

Compensation And Total Rewards

The firm offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including health and well-being benefits, development opportunities, and a discretionary bonus based on performance. The starting pay range is determined by qualifications, experience, location, and internal equity.

• Boston: $142,500 - $228,050

Working Conditions

This position requires hybrid on-site presence. Normal office environment; travel to firm sites and vendor conferences as needed. Full description of responsibilities is provided but not exhaustive.

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