Network Architect
Contract W2
12 Months
No Travel Required
On-site
Depends on Experience
Fitment
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Skills
- Network Architect
- LAN/WAN
- SD-WAN
- AWS
- Azure
- Network Security
- Cloud/Infrastructure
- performance tuning
- BGP
- OSPF
- EIGRP
- MPLS
- Zero Trust architecture
- Spine-Leaf architecture
- EVPN
- F5
- Citrix ADC
- NGINX
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
- Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert
Summary
Job Title: Network Architect
Experience: 11+ Years
Location: Pittsburgh / Chicago (Onsite)
Work Mode: Client Location (No remote / No relocation)
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to design, implement, and optimize enterprise-level network infrastructures. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in network architecture, security, cloud networking, and large-scale transformations. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on technical capabilities to support complex client environments.
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Key Responsibilities
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance network architectures across enterprise environments.
• Lead network transformation initiatives, including modernization, cloud adoption, and hybrid network solutions.
• Develop network standards, frameworks, and best practices aligned with business and security requirements.
• Architect solutions involving LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, data centers, and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (security, cloud, infrastructure) to ensure seamless integration.
• Evaluate and recommend networking technologies, tools, and vendors.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to network engineers and operations teams.
• Conduct network capacity planning, performance tuning, and optimization.
• Ensure compliance with security policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and provide root cause analysis.
• Support pre-sales activities including solution design, proposals, and client presentations.
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Required Skills & Expertise
• Strong expertise in routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
• Hands-on experience with SD-WAN, MPLS, VPNs, and network virtualization.
• Deep knowledge of network security (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Zero Trust architecture).
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS VPC, Azure VNet, hybrid connectivity).
• Proficiency in data center networking (Spine-Leaf architecture, VXLAN, EVPN).
• Familiarity with load balancers (F5, Citrix ADC, NGINX).
• Experience with network automation (Python, Ansible, Terraform).
• Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools (SolarWinds, Splunk, etc.).
• Strong understanding of ITIL processes and service management frameworks.
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Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• Industry certifications such as:
o Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) / Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
o AWS / Azure Networking Certifications
• Experience working in large enterprise or consulting environments.
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Key Competencies
• Strategic thinking and architectural design skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Leadership and team mentoring capabilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
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- Dice Id: RTL208955
- Position Id: 8995864
- Posted 10 hours ago
Company Info
About SunTechPros, Inc.
SunTechPros, consultant Solutions Company started by group of highly experienced IT consultants focused on becoming the central source for all IT consulting services. We truly committed to taking the time to get to know our Consultant and clients and their needs.
We are committed to earn a level of trust that goes beyond the typical client/supplier relationship. We enjoy lasting, ongoing relationships with our clients and consider ourselves a partner in their success. At SunTechPros we have team of individuals who have the knowledge and the commitment to deliver expected results.
We are committed to earn a level of trust that goes beyond the typical client/supplier relationship. We enjoy lasting, ongoing relationships with our clients and consider ourselves a partner in their success. At SunTechPros we have team of individuals who have the knowledge and the commitment to deliver expected results.
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