Lead IT Network Architect

seeking an expert Lead IT Network Architect-Consultant to work directly with the IT
Infrastructure and Operations networking team, I/O project manager, and project stakeholders (internal
and external) to ensure the successful completion and ongoing maturation of IT network and server
related projects. This is a broad position that will work with all aspects of the systems and network area.
Duties/Responsibilities
Configure and install network hardware and software to meet agency and industry standards.
Analyze network efficiency by conducting network tests and running diagnostics to forecast
performance thresholds.
Monitors and reports on network traffic, usage, and performance.
Reviews network changes and trends to forecast future needs while determining and correcting
complex network problems. Review configurations on existing network infrastructure as well as make
changes as needed.
Provide network design recommendations and solutions to network problems while determining
feasibility, cost, equipment needs, and time constraints/allocations for assigned projects.
Assist in the development of strategic direction of the network infrastructure for both the current
environment and potential future environment.
Travel to different SCDHHS offices throughout the state to provide network configuration,
implementation, and maintenance on the SCDHHS network infrastructure.
Make recommendations on specific improvements in network efficiency and effectiveness using
network diagrams and reports for I/O Leadership.
Innosoft is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
Troubleshoot network connectivity issues with emphasis in Routing, DNS, URL-Filtering, and IPSEC
VPN tunnels.
Network security including proper configuration measures prior to devise deployment as well as
retroactively on production systems in accordance with MARS-E standards.
Prepare Network infrastructure documentation and assist with daily operations on infrastructure
management.
Extensive experience with configuring and installing Palo Alto network firewalls and software to meet
agency and industry standards.
Detailed at analyzing network efficiency across the entire agency network.
Constantly reviewing network changes and trends in order to forecast future needs while determining
and correcting complex network problems to region offices.
Ability to provide network design recommendations and solutions to network problems while
determining feasibility, cost, equipment needs, and time constraints/allocations for assigned projects.
Providing backup support with development of strategic direction of the network infrastructure for
the network environment.
Experience deploying and maintaining DNS/DHCP
Program Experience: Current experience with Medicaid, Social Services, or similar public benefit
programs is strongly desired and will be given the highest weight. Experience should include well
documented success with IT Networking configuration/implementation and network management.
Technical Knowledge: Experience with documentation and artifacts related to any or all the following
technologies would be considered desirable for this position:
Health Information Technologies.
IT Network Infrastructure Operations/Implementations.
Palo Alto Firewalls and CISCO devices.
Extensive network wiring, configuration, and management
Education and Certification
Bachelor s degree and/or 8 years of IT networking related work experience
Cisco Certified Network Associate(CCNA or CCNE)
Required Experience
Minimum 5 to 10 years Networking experience.
5+ years of experience within network infrastructure, server, and system administration operations.
Ability to design, configure, and manage Palo Alto 3k and 5k Firewalls.
Ability to design, configure, and manage configurations within the SolarWinds environment.
Ability to assign appropriate priorities to work activities based on organizational goals and situational
pressures.
Ability to work on multiple network projects concurrently and sometimes independently.
Knowledge of Cisco Routers/Switches.
Deep understanding of networking protocols, and networking software/hardware.
Knowledge of Meraki Wireless Access points
Innosoft is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
Preferred Skills
Understanding of HIPAA, CDC, and other network infrastructure and server compliance frameworks
Configuration and troubleshooting experience with F5 load balancers and application delivery
controllers.
Experience with System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) for enterprise systems management.
Familiarity with Infoblox DNS/DHCP solutions for IP address and network services management.
Hands-on experience with Forescout network security and access control platforms.
Proficiency with VMware vSphere for virtualization and server management.
Knowledge of VMware NSX for network virtualization and security.
Experience implementing and administering Cisco Umbrella for DNS-layer threat protection.