Title: Network Architect - Must come from an On prem environment
Location: Austin TX- onsite (This job requires the candidate to work on site in Austin TX)
All candidates must have an Active CCIE please send CCIE # with the candidate.
Interview process: Video/Virtual Interview
Job Description:
Please review the following job description and reply to this email with your updated resume tailored for this job opportunity.
Project Needs:
- We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to help us evolve to a next-generation enterprise network from our current state.
- We are in the process of modernizing our network and Data Center (DC) infrastructure including DC consolidation and security hardening
- As part of our infrastructure modernization initiative we need a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to document the current state and partner with key vendors on the future state design of the network.
- This resource will create/review appropriate network architecture diagrams.
- We have captured our network architect requirements (listed below) based on the project needs.
- The bullets below are requirements we are seeking from this resource.
Network architect resource requirements:
- Extensive experience (7-10 years) in network architecture and engineering with a strong background in designing and managing complex environments including WANs that span multiple locations.
- Experience designing and implementing comprehensive network architectures that meet business needs and future requirements.
- Ability to develop network architectural solutions research new technologies and create standards and multi-phase roadmaps.
- Strong understanding of networking concepts technologies and protocols (e.g. TCP/IP DNS VLANs etc.).
- Expertise with network security principles technologies and best practices including demonstrated knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and data protection.
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- A Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) with deep expertise in designing implementing and troubleshooting complex routing protocols such as OSPF BGP and EIGRP.
- Industry-recognized certifications such as CCDE or ACDX and PCNSE are preferred.
- Some Cloud network experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with Cisco voice technologies like CUCM (Cisco Unified Communications Manager) would be ideal but not mandatory.