Sr Network Architect

We are seeking a visionary Senior Network Architect to lead the evolution of our statewide infrastructure.
As we migrate on-premises applications to AWS, you will play a pivotal role in designing a resilient, scalable, and modern hybrid-cloud architecture. You will be the technical authority for our routing environment (EIGRP/BGP), security perimeter, and cloud connectivity strategies.

Core Responsibilities
• Architectural Strategy: Design and maintain a robust hub-and-spoke and mesh network architecture supporting ~ 250 sites across the Commonwealth.
• Hybrid Cloud Integration: Lead the design and optimization of high-speed, secure connectivity between on-premise infrastructure and AWS (Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, etc.).
• Routing & Switching: Manage and optimize a complex routing environment primarily utilizing EIGRP, complemented by BGP for external/cloud peering and targeted OSPF deployments.
• Security & Load Balancing: Oversee the integration of Fortigate Firewalls and manage application delivery via NetScaler and load balancers.
• Observability: Utilize SolarWinds and other monitoring suites to provide deep visibility into network health, performing proactive capacity planning and advanced troubleshooting.
• Modernization: Drive the transition from traditional hardware-centric models to Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Cloud-Native architectures.

Technical Profile


The ideal candidate is a Cisco expert with a "cloud-first" mindset and significant experience managing distributed site footprints.
• Networking: Expert-level command of Cisco IOS/XE/NX-OS. Deep mastery of EIGRP and BGP is important.
• Cloud: Proven experience architecting AWS networking environments (VPCs, Security Groups, Route 53, Direct Connect).
• Security: Hands-on experience with Fortigate (FortiOS) security appliances and
VPN technologies.
• Traffic Management: Proficiency with F5 LTM/GTM or Citrix NetScaler for high
availability.
• Monitoring: Experience using SolarWinds (NPM/NCM) for enterprise-wide alerting and reporting.

Qualifications
• Experience: 10+ years in network engineering, with at least 4 years in a lead Architect or Principal role.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent experience.
• Cortication's: CCNP (Enterprise/Data Center) required; CCIE or AWS Certified
Solutions Architect - Professional preferred.
• Soft Skills: Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and lead cross-functional projects.