Enterprise Network Architect

DescriptionKforce has a client that is seeking an Enterprise Network Architect onsite in Tampa, FL.Responsibilities:* Directly accountable for designing and governing the enterprise and utility-specific network architecture to ensure alignment with business goals, technology strategies, and security requirements* Provide strategically focused direction, technical leadership, and architectural oversight for all network-related initiatives, including LAN/WAN, cloud networking, network security, and emerging technologies* Ensure all network security controls are implemented and managed in accordance with appropriate security principles, industry best practices, and applicable industry standards, including NERC CIP regulatory compliance standards* Partner and collaborate with infrastructure, operational, and other teams to effectuate scalable, secure, and resilient network architectures that support business and operational objectives and requirements* May serve as a project manager on network infrastructure projects and cross-train peers and other department team members, supporting knowledge sharing and development* Design, implement, and govern secure, scalable, and highly available network architectures across on-premises, cloud, hybrid, IT, and OT environments* Develop enterprise network roadmaps, standards, security frameworks, and lifecycle strategies* Lead network security initiatives, including segmentation, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and compliance requirements* Direct architecture projects, proof-of-concepts, and technology evaluations while partnering with business, engineering, operations, and vendors* Establish governance, testing standards, risk management processes, monitoring strategies, and cybersecurity controls* Maintain network documentation, architecture standards, and configuration governance* Identify opportunities for modernization, optimization, and emerging technology adoptionRequirements* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field* 15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including 10+ years in network architecture/design and 3+ years supporting both IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments* Required certifications: CCIE, CISSP, AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, CISM, or equivalent* Experience with IT/OT networking, SDN, network virtualization, architecture roadmaps, lifecycle management, and network design tools* Knowledge of TOGAF, Zero Trust, and defense-in-depth methodologies preferred* Enterprise network architecture across LAN, WAN, MPLS, SD-WAN, cloud, wireless, cellular, and data center environments* Advanced knowledge of routing, switching, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, firewalls, VPNs, segmentation, IPv4/IPv6, and network security* Strong documentation skills, including network diagrams, standards, and architecture artifactsJob TypeDirect HireCompensation120000 - $150000