Network Architect

Network Architect

Location: Tallahassee, FL onsite from Day 1.

Duration: 12+ Months

Job Profile Summary

We are looking for a Network Architect to aid in evaluating the current network design, architecture, and routing protocols as well as making recommendations for leveraging network installations, reducing operational costs, and improving security, resiliency, and scalability.

What You’ll Do

Perform a detailed analysis of the department’s network topology and security strategies
Produce a detailed report of architectural, design and security deficiencies
Develop enhanced network security strategies
Present recommendations for improvement in the areas of network security, scalability, and resiliency.
Assess the feasibility, pros & cons of upgrading our remote sites to use SD-WAN appliances instead of the current configuration
Develop a department-wide implementation plan for SD-WAN installation, configuration and maintenance
Drive continuous improvement and optimization
Provide support on the day-to-day activities of the Network and Telecommunications teams
Attend and participate in all assigned meetings
Complete a Project Report and a Project Timesheet on a weekly basis
Create technical documentation of the proposed design and facilitate the transfer of knowledge to department staff??

What You”ll Need

Required:

A minimum of 10 years of IT work experience in infrastructure/network environments performing network planning, architecture design, engineering (hardware and software) and optimization
Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with department staff
Experience designing Layer 2 and Layer 3 networks
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting routing and switching
Experience configuring and administering Next Generation Firewalls

Preferred:

Experience in assessing network topology and architecture
Experience implementing and maintaining SD-WAN technologies
Experience with wireless infrastructure design, management, and troubleshooting
Experience designing Zero Trust Architecture
Experience with hybrid and cloud telephony/VoIP architecture and design.
Experience with Azure networking architecture and design
Experience with Palo Alto hardware
Experience with remote access solutions
Educational qualifications meeting at least one of the following levels: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field or equivalent work experience