Network Architect

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Network Architect. This role is hybrid in Brandon, FL.

Summary:
This role is being added to help expand the architecture team and support an increasing number of transformational projects. The successful candidate will work alongside existing architects and engineers, providing technical leadership while designing scalable, secure, and resilient network solutions. This is a hands-on architecture role requiring both strategic design capabilities and the ability to work directly with engineering teams throughout implementation.

Key Responsibilities:
* Network Architect will design, develop, and maintain enterprise network architecture standards and roadmaps across a Cisco-based infrastructure
* Lead network architecture efforts supporting multiple concurrent infrastructure and business transformation projects
* Partner with project teams to design scalable, highly available, and secure networking solutions
* Provide architectural guidance for routing, switching, segmentation, and campdata center network designs
* Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure architectural consistency, technical standards, and successful project execution
* Support modernization initiatives including Cisco Secure Access, Zero Trust, and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) strategies
* As a Network Architect, you will develop network design documentation, architecture diagrams, implementation standards, and technical recommendations
* Participate in project planning, technical reviews, and solution validation
* Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership throughout project lifecycles
* Work closely with infrastructure, security, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of enterprise technologies
* Participate in occasional travel to company locations as required

REQUIREMENTS:
* 8+ years of enterprise network engineering and architecture experience
* Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale Cisco network environments
* Experience developing enterprise network architecture for multiple concurrent projects
* Experience creating technical documentation, architecture standards, and implementation guidance
* Strong expertise in: Cisco routing and switching; OSPF; Basic BGP; Enterprise LAN/WAN architecture
* Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across infrastructure, engineering, security, and business teams
* High availability and resilient network design
* Ability to independently lead technical initiatives with minimal oversight

Preferred Qualifications:
* Cisco CCNP certification required; CCIE or equivalent experience is a plus
* Experience with: Cisco Secure Access; Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI); Cisco Zero Trust architecture; Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
* Experience supporting large enterprise infrastructure transformation programs
* Understanding of enterprise network integration with firewall technologies (Checkpoint experience is beneficial but firewall administration is not required)

Technologies:
* Cisco Enterprise Networking
* Cisco Secure Access
* Cisco ACI
* Cisco Identity & Zero Trust technologies
* OSPF
* BGP
* LAN/WAN
* Enterprise Routing & Switching
* Network Architecture & Design
* Network Segmentation
* SASE

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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