Overview
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Job Details
Rate: DOE
Type: Contract
Work Mode: HYbrid
Location: Austin TX
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Job Description
Level Description
Network Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and resilient network architectures supporting cloud transformation initiatives for the project. This role requires deep expertise in hybrid networking strategies, ensuring seamless integration between on-premises environments and cloud-native services.
Key Responsibilities
Architect and implement hybrid and multi-cloud connectivity patterns to integrate existing on-prem data center networks with AWS services.
Design secure, high-performance network architectures that meet compliance, governance, and business continuity requirements.
Collaborate with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to enable seamless migrations and optimize network operations.
Establish network governance standards and best practices to support long-term growth and evolving enterprise needs.
Ensure routing, segmentation, and security policies are aligned with enterprise architecture principles.
Drive high availability and disaster recovery strategies for mission-critical workloads.
II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
| Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. | ||
| Years | Required/Preferred | Experience |
| 8 | Required | Extensive experience in network architecture across AWS and on-premises environments. |
| 8 | Required | Strong knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), network segmentation, and firewall technologies. |
| 8 | Required | Hands-on experience with hybrid connectivity solutions (VPN, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway). |
| 8 | Required | Expertise in network security principles, including encryption, identity, and compliance frameworks. |
| 8 | Required | Proficiency in high availability design, load balancing, and failover strategies. |
| 8 | Required | Familiarity with network automation tools (Terraform, Ansible) and CI/CD integration for infrastructure. |
| 8 | Preferred | Experience with multi-cloud networking (Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and cloud-native networking services. |
| 8 | Preferred | Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and advanced security models. |
| 8 | Preferred | Exposure to SD-WAN technologies and network observability tools (NetFlow, CloudWatch, Prometheus). |
| 8 | Preferred | Understanding of cost optimization strategies for cloud networking. |
| 8 | Preferred | Certifications such as AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, Cisco CCNP/CCIE, or Azure Network Engineer Associate. |