Remote Architect

The Practice Architect II (PA II) position is a leadership role responsible for managing multiple consulting and delivery projects and account teams/programs. Account Interaction

• Project planning and execution
• Adherence to contract attributes and costing
• Customer interaction

Engagements will typically be delivered at one of our North America Solution Centers, India Solutions Center, or at the customer location, usually North American based.

The different types of projects/engagements may include:

• New architecture designs and implementations
• Monitoring and management
• Automated Deployments
• The primary focus of this architect role will include the following technologies/subject matter areas:
• Enterprise network infrastructure design, implementation, and optimization (LAN/WAN, routing, switching, and wireless)
• Software-Defined Networking (SD-WAN, SD-Access) and network automation platforms
• Network security technologies including next-generation firewalls, segmentation, and zero trust architectures
• Wireless site survey and RF planning tools (e.g., Cloud-delivered Network-as-a-service (NaaS) architecture and management platforms (e.g., Understanding and managing change control processes, maintenance windows, and operational constraints in live network environments
• Unified Communication and VoIP infrastructure, including call control platforms, SIP trunking, and QoS network design

12-15 years’ experience in enterprise networking, information technology and/or professional services

• Experience in delivering projects/programs and administering client professional services agreements
• Frequent interactions with external customers at the Director level or above
• Ability to work remotely with travel to customer sites as needed, up to 50%
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (English)
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related field, or equivalent training/education/experience
• Cisco CCNA/CCNP/CCIE, Juniper JNCIA/JNCIS/JNCIE)
• Intermediate MS Office Skills
• Deep understanding of network, storage, server, and application architecture
• Knowledge of ITSM concepts – ITIL Certification is an asset
• Understanding of Services Outsourcing, PMI PMBOK, PMP, IAOP (Outsourcing Professional) is a plus

Medical, Dental, and Vision

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life and AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program