Network Architect in Mechanicsville, VA (Hybrid)

One of our premier clients is looking for an Network Architect in Mechanicsville, VA (Hybrid) for a contract position. If interested, please submit your resume ASAP indicating (1) current location (2) desired hourly rate, W2 or 1099? (3) Your email address.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Document comprehensive network designs that integrate multiple network technologies, such as LANs, WANs, wireless networks, and VPNs, to support the organization s business operations and communication needs.
Cloud centric network design, including multi-tenant, multi-region (intra US) deployments and multi-vendor technologies across IaaS, PaaS and SaaS tiers
Data centric network design for efficient data transfers within the agency and across agencies and with other business partners and public or otherwise external data sources
Incorporate network solutioning with our emerging Cloud FinOps practice to support cost analysis and cost modeling for networking related cost
Design and document the entire network implementation process
Monitoring network performance and taking follow-up steps to resolve latency issues and security concerns
Creating documentation throughout the design and deployment process for future reference
Develop patterns and standards for all network designs
The ability to analyze data traffic and system performance to determine future upgrades.
Work with our IT staff and thirds-party equipment and software vendors to ensure the network needs are met.
Research new technologies and solutions, and asses new technologies for adoption
Define multisite network operations and software applications.
Train, mentor, and transfer skills to the extended team.
Works on highly complex projects that require in-depth knowledge across multiple specialized architecture domains and networking layers.
Aligns architecture strategy with business goals.
Defines, explains, and advocates technology strategy.

REQUIRED SKILLS:
Experience in technical design and architecture around network equipment and network software systems.
Experience in design, build and maintain multi-tier networks
Experience in handling issues that arise with large networks, prioritize network security and compliance, understanding security protocols, firewalls,
Advanced Network Design and Architecture planning, proficiency in Network Simulation and Modeling Tools Network Security Frameworks and Best Practices
Conduct site assessment of current remote site WAN/LAN/WLAN environments, identifying network problem areas and develop hierarchical based network des
Experience with Project data and documentation tools & experience with developing network design documentations and presentations using VISIO
Designed and implemented multiple global Azure cloud solutions to support revenue generation. Worked to move key servers to cloud based services like
Network Security Frameworks and Best Practices, Cloud Networking and Virtualization Technologies, Internet of Things (IoT) Infrastructure and Protocol