Role Description:
We are looking for an experienced Network Architect to support Banner Life in designing and implementing network solutions for colocation and future Urbana Data Center initiatives.
This is a consulting role focused on architecture| solutioning| and migration support.
Key Responsibilities
Design and architect network solutions across colo and multi-site environments
Lead colo migration activities| including DIA/Fiber connectivity across sites
Develop high-level and low-level network designs
Implement high-speed LAN (25G/100G) and WAN (10G+) connectivity
Ensure network performance| scalability| and security
Support integration with storage| virtualization| and telephony systems
Required Skills & Technologies
Cisco Nexus 9000 switches and enterprise routing
Palo Alto Firewalls (PA-3440 & 1420)SD-WAN| VLANs| network segmentation
DIA/Fiber connectivity across multiple data centers
Experience with:
Pure Storage replication
VMware vMotion
Avaya / MS Teams telephony
Server platforms (Dell PowerEdge| Cisco UCS preferred)
Experience & Qualifications
10+ years in network engineering/architecture.
Proven colocation (colo) migration experience
Strong hands-on expertise in multi-site network design
Certifications
Cisco CCIE (preferred/strongly desired)
Palo Alto certification (PCNSE or equivalent)
• Top 3 Required Skills:
• Cisco Nexus 9000 switching & enterprise network routing
• Palo Alto Firewall expertise (PA 3440 & 1420)
• SD WAN, VLANs, and network segmentation across multi-site/data center environments
• Top 3 Preferred Skills:
• Experience with storage & virtualization integration (Pure Storage, VMware vMotion)
• Telephony systems exposure (Avaya / MS Teams)
• Server platform experience (Dell PowerEdge, Cisco UCS)
• Education Requirements:
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in computer science
• Years of Experience:
• 10+ years in network engineering / architecture
• Proven experience in colocation migration and multi-site network design
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