Network & Security Solutions Architect

Overview

On Site
Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 24 Month(s)
Able to Provide Sponsorship

Skills

Access Control
Business Strategy
Business-IT Alignment
Cisco
Communication
DNA
Emerging Technologies
Enterprise Information Management
ISE
IT Architecture
Leadership
Modeling
NAC
Network
Project Lifecycle Management
Requirements Analysis
SOA
Software Design

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Network & Security Solutions Architect to guide the overall architecture for IT solutions that support enterprise business strategy. This role involves working across multiple business areas, building consensus, and delivering secure, scalable, and reusable solutions throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will serve as a change agent, driving adoption of improved methods and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities:

Develop and present Conceptual and Solution Architectures to senior leadership and architecture review councils.

Define future project strategies and build consensus around new solutions.

Challenge existing approaches and introduce modern, secure, and effective technologies.

Ensure all solutions follow best practices, reusability, and business alignment.

Participate in requirements analysis, design, and implementation phases.

Bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders.

Qualifications:

8 15 years of IT experience, with 5 7 years in technology architecture.

Strong expertise in Network Access Control (NAC), Cisco ISE, and Cisco DNA.

Bachelor s degree or equivalent experience.

Solid understanding of architectural modeling, SOA, enterprise information management, and software design.

Proven track record as a Solutions Architect for large-scale IT programs.

Excellent communication and leadership skills.

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