Description
We are seeking a Information Technology Solutions Architect who is passionate about networking and security, and is eager to tackle the most challenging technical issues. In this Tier-3 senior role, you will lead network buildouts, perform advanced network analysis and support challenging customer issues. You will be a key contributor to our mission of providing "Cybersecurity by Design," ensuring our clients' infrastructures are secure, efficient, and tailored to their needs. This full-time hybrid role offers remote work flexibility, with travel within the Bay Area and some travel throughout the US, as required for client projects.
As an Information Technology Solutions Architect supporting the main account, your day balances high-stakes technical precision with strategic leadership, moving seamlessly from remote performance tuning to on-site infrastructure deployments at autonomous vehicle depots. You lead the architecture and "rack and stack" of robust LAN/WLAN environments, ensuring the ultra-low latency for fleet communications while proactively hunting threats across Palo Alto and Ruckus stacks. Whether you are mentoring junior technicians on complex troubleshooting or acting as a trusted advisor in high-level stakeholder meetings, your focus remains on maintaining the impenetrable, high-availability network that keeps the client's innovative technology moving safely.
Key Responsibilities
Design and Implementation: Participate in the design, planning, and implementation of network infrastructure projects, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, and data center networks.
Configuration and Management: Configure, install, and maintain network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless access points.
Performance Monitoring and Optimization: Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize network efficiency and availability.
Project Lead: Act as a project lead or key stakeholder, executing physical rack and stack installations for network deployments, while delivering timely and detailed status reports to stakeholders.
Expert Troubleshooting: Lead the resolution of the most complex technical issues involving network problems, security incidents, and most challenging client requests.
Client Consultation: Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic recommendations and being readily available for any and all requests
Documentation and Reporting: Produce comprehensive reports on security incidents, threat analyses, and recommendations for clients and internal stakeholders.
Mentorship: Mentor and guide Tier 1 and Tier 2 technicians, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing within the team.
Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance our security processes, tools, and methodologies.
Skills
Network engineering, Network Architecture, Wireless Design & Troubleshooting, Executive Communication, network deployment, network design, cybersecurity, network security, vulnerability management, incident response, Python, Powershell
Top Skills Details
Network engineering,Network Architecture,Wireless Design & Troubleshooting,Executive Communication,network deployment,network design
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of 5 years' experience configuring and maintaining Palo Alto Networks, Juniper, Ruckus, Cisco, Aruba, or Meraki hardware, with at least 3 years leading network architecture and implementation-including LAN, WAN, WLAN, and physical installation-and practical experience integrating cybersecurity measures, ideally within an MSSP or MSP environment.
Technical Mastery: Deep expertise with various network architecture design, implementation and troubleshooting skills, WiFi design, analysis and troubleshooting, packet capture and analysis.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with a track record of resolving complex critical technical issues efficiently including routers, switches, firewalls and wireless access points
Client Relations: Exceptional communication skills with experience in client-facing roles, capable of explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Flexibility: Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments and participate in on-call rotations.
Desired Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Networking, Cybersecurity, Computer Science or a related field.
Scripting Skills: Proficiency in scripting languages like Python or PowerShell for automation.
Compliance Expertise: Familiarity with compliance standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, or industry-specific regulations.
Strategic Planning: Experience in developing cybersecurity strategies and roadmaps for organizations.
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Mountain View, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $220000.00/yr.
Performance-based bonuses Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company match Professional development opportunities and certification reimbursement Paid time off and company holidays Flexible work arrangements Career Growth Opportunities This position offers significant opportunities for professional growth, including advancement to senior project management roles, program management, or technical director positions.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Mountain View,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
- Dice Id: 101054TS
- Position Id: JP-006000259
- Posted 11 hours ago