Network Architect
· United States
- Hybrid
- Contract
- $150,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Design network solutions for co-location and multi-site.
- Lead co-location migration and connectivity.
- Develop high and low-level network designs.
- Implement high-speed LAN and WAN connectivity.
- Ensure network performance, scalability, and security.
About the role
Network Architect - Co-location & Data Center
We are seeking a highly experienced Network Architect to design and implement robust network solutions for our co-location and multi-site environments. This role will be instrumental in leading critical migration activities and ensuring the performance, scalability, and security of our network infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and architect network solutions across co-location and multi-site environments.
- Lead co-location migration activities, including DIA/Fiber connectivity across sites.
- Develop high-level and low-level network designs.
- Implement high-speed LAN (25G/100G) and WAN (10G+) connectivity.
- Ensure network performance, scalability, and security.
- Support integration with storage, virtualization, and telephony systems.
Required Skills & Technologies
- Cisco Nexus 9000 switches and enterprise routing.
- Palo Alto Firewalls (PA-3440 & 1420).
- SD-WAN, VLANs, network segmentation.
- DIA/Fiber connectivity across multiple data centers.
- Pure Storage replication.
- VMware vMotion.
- Avaya / MS Teams telephony.
- Server platforms (Dell PowerEdge, Cisco UCS preferred).
Experience & Qualifications
- 10+ years in network engineering/architecture.
- Proven co-location (colo) migration experience.
- Strong hands-on expertise in multi-site network design.
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in computer science.
Certifications
- Cisco CCIE (preferred/strongly desired).
- Palo Alto certification (PCNSE or equivalent).
Key skills/competency
- Network Architect
- Co-location Migration
- Data Center Networking
- Cisco Nexus 9000
- Palo Alto Firewalls
- SD-WAN
- High-Speed LAN
- Enterprise Routing
- Network Security
- Network Design
Skills & topics
- Network Architect
- Network Engineering
- Cisco Nexus
- Palo Alto Firewalls
- SD-WAN
- Data Center Networking
- Co-location Migration
- Enterprise Routing
- High-Speed LAN
- Network Design
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience with Cisco Nexus 9000, Palo Alto Firewalls, SD-WAN, and co-location migrations.
- Showcase expertise: Emphasize your 10+ years of network architecture and multi-site design experience.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss DIA/Fiber connectivity, network segmentation, and integration with storage/virtualization.
- Mention certifications: If you hold CCIE or PCNSE, ensure it's prominently displayed.
Technical preparation
Master Cisco Nexus 9000 and routing protocols.,Deep dive into Palo Alto Firewall configurations.,Practice SD-WAN and network segmentation scenarios.,Review co-location migration best practices.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex network design you architected.,How do you ensure network security in migrations?,How do you handle performance issues under load?,Tell me about integrating disparate network systems.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key technologies for the Network Architect role?
- The Network Architect role heavily emphasizes Cisco Nexus 9000 switches, enterprise routing, Palo Alto Firewalls (PA-3440 & 1420), SD-WAN, VLANs, network segmentation, and DIA/Fiber connectivity for co-location and multi-site environments.
- What level of experience is required for the Network Architect position?
- A minimum of 10 years in network engineering or architecture is required for this Network Architect position. Proven experience in co-location migration and multi-site network design is crucial.
- Are Cisco CCIE or Palo Alto certifications mandatory for the Network Architect job?
- While not strictly mandatory, Cisco CCIE certification is preferred and strongly desired. A Palo Alto certification like PCNSE is also highly valued for this Network Architect role.
- What kind of network environments will the Network Architect work with?
- The Network Architect will primarily focus on co-location and multi-site environments, including designing and implementing solutions for high-speed LAN (25G/100G) and WAN (10G+) connectivity.
- Does this Network Architect role involve integration with other systems?
- Yes, the Network Architect will support integration with storage systems (like Pure Storage replication), virtualization technologies (like VMware vMotion), and telephony systems (Avaya / MS Teams).