Solution Architecture(Network & Cloud Solution Architect)

Houston, TX, US • Posted 5 hours ago • Updated 5 hours ago
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Skills

  • GitHub
  • TCP/IP
  • CI/CD
  • routing
  • secure connectivity
  • Solution / Network Architecture
  • NetBox

Summary

Title: Network & Cloud Solution Architect
Location - Houston Texas 77002


MUST HAVE:

  • 7+ years in IT with recent Solution / Network Architecture experience
  • Strong enterprise networking background (routing, TCP/IP, secure connectivity)
  • Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure networking (VPC/VNet, VPN, transit architecture)
  • Proven experience with network automation:Ansible (playbooks) & APIs / Infrastructure as Code
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure (GitHub or similar)
  • Experience integrating network tools / inventory systems (NetBox or similar)
  • Ability to own end-to-end solution design and communicate with stakeholders

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    The Solution Architect is responsible for delivering high quality solution designs that are fit for purpose, aligned with enterprise architecture standards, and optimized for total cost of ownership across the solution lifecycle. The role ensures technical integrity, security, and alignment with Client's IT technology direction. The resulting High Level Designs have a measurable impact on business effectiveness and profitability.

    The Solution Architect is accountable to the Project Manager for the solution architecture from design through successful deployment.

    Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the single point of contact for all solution architecture aspects of IT projects.
  • Design and integrate Business Process, Data, Application, Infrastructure, and Information Security aspects into end to end solutions.
  • Ensure solution architecture is documented using approved templates, tools, and standards.
  • Review, assure, and approve detailed designs produced by designers and business analysts.
  • Coach project teams on architecture standards and best practices.
  • Support Segment Architects and participate in Architecture Review Boards as required.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of Reference Models in Bizzdesign, elevating project deliverables to conceptual and logical levels.
  • Monitor technology trends and ensure solutions are future proof and aligned with evolving IT standards and services.
  • Actively contribute to the Architecture community and serve as an ambassador for architecture excellence.
  • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and data privacy requirements (e.g., GDPR).
  • Champion Security by Design and Privacy by Design, working closely with Information Risk Management, Security, and Compliance teams.
  • Solution Scope (Automation & Connectivity)
  • Enterprise network automation solutions.
  • Enterprise connectivity tooling, including Single Source of Truth implementation.
  • Tool evaluation, integration, and data model alignment.
  • Technical architecture, design, and service operations solutions.
  • Special Challenges

  • Proactively identify, balance, and reconcile competing stakeholder requirements.
  • Escalate architectural conflicts appropriately and in a timely manner.
  • Skills & Requirements (Critical)

  • 7 10 years of IT experience, including some IT leadership exposure.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in an IT related discipline.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Ability to articulate architectural decisions to both technical and business audiences.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to link business value to technical architecture.
  • Required Technical Expertise:

  • Vendor engagement and product selection in collaboration with portfolio, operations, and procurement teams.
  • Deep expertise in networking technologies (Routing, TCP/IP, SSL).
  • Strong experience with AWS and Azure cloud networking (VPC/VNET, VPN, Transit Gateway, virtual Palo Alto firewalls).
  • Knowledge of Cisco data center design.
  • Knowledge of Aruba ESP, including Central, ClearPass, and wireless platforms.
  • In depth knowledge of network automation (Infrastructure as Code, APIs, GitHub).
  • Identity and authentication: SAML, PingID, Entra ID.
  • Service solution and operational documentation delivery.
  • In depth Ansible integration for infrastructure networks, including playbook development.
  • Workflow integration for infrastructure networks.
  • CI/CD pipeline creation for infrastructure networks, including virtual and physical testing.
  • Smart inventory systems (e.g. NetBox) and integration with Ansible and GitHub pipelines.
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  • Dice Id: 10515154
  • Position Id: 2026-6458
  • Posted 5 hours ago

Company Info

About Aroha Technologies

Michael Arrington, founder and co-editor of Tech Crunch once famously said that ‘The best startups generally come from somebody needing to scratch an itch’.

 Quite true to the thought, Aroha Technologies Inc was launched in 2008 in Florida. While we began our journey with a powerful Staffing Specialist & Software Development, Today our procedure has amplified into a more robust and simplified solution for Marketers looking for consistent and long term.

In our quest to do better, we resolve to simplify user acquisition, retention, engagement and large Business without blinking an eyelid! A semi-remote team spread across the globe, we are here to help you one step at a time.

Unmatchable growing excellence When AROHA was formed, we interviewed many potential clients and business colleagues and asked what a single important question seemed: “If you could design a firm to meet your needs, what would it look like?” The answers to that question have guided our thinking and planning on an ongoing basis, and form the core of our thinking about how we treat our clients and our employees, whom we call associates.

At a most basic level, we have stated our mission in a promise to our clients and our associates: “Unmatchable growing excellence.” This alignment governs superior service to our customers and supports our associates who perform that work, which cannot be matched by our competitors.

In short, we believe that care of our associates, disciplined financial management, and constant attention to the fundamentals of good delivery adds up to a successful, scalable business.

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