Network Architect

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Systems Analyst 3.
Understands business objectives and problems, identifies alternative solutions, performs studies and cost/benefit analysis of
alternatives. Analyzes user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing computer
system: Confers with personnel of organizational units involved to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems,
and learn specific input and output requirements, such as forms of data input, how data is to be; summarized, and formats for
reports. Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer
program. Reviews computer system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine if requested program or
program change is possible within existing system.
Network Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and resilient network architectures
supporting cloud transformation initiatives for the TEDS project. This role requires deep expertise in hybrid
networking strategies, ensuring seamless integration between on-premises environments and cloud-native
services.
Key Responsibilities
Architect and implement hybrid and multi-cloud connectivity patterns to integrate existing on-prem data
center networks with AWS services.
Design secure, high-performance network architectures that meet compliance, governance, and business
continuity requirements.
Collaborate with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to enable seamless migrations and optimize network
operations.
Establish network governance standards and best practices to support long-term growth and evolving
enterprise needs.
Ensure routing, segmentation, and security policies are aligned with enterprise architecture principles.
Drive high availability and disaster recovery strategies for mission-critical workloads.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements
(skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this
opportunity.
Years Required/Preferred Experience
8 Required Extensive experience in network architecture across AWS

and on-premises environments.

8 Required Strong knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF),
network segmentation, and firewall technologies.
8 Required Hands-on experience with hybrid connectivity solutions

(VPN, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway).

8 Required Expertise in network security principles, including
encryption, identity, and compliance frameworks.

8 Required Proficiency in high availability design, load balancing, and

failover strategies.

8 Required Familiarity with network automation tools (Terraform,
Ansible) and CI/CD integration for infrastructure.

8 Preferred Experience with multi-cloud networking (Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and

cloud-native networking services.

8 Preferred Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and advanced

security models.

8 Preferred Exposure to SD-WAN technologies and network
observability tools (NetFlow, CloudWatch, Prometheus).
8 Preferred Understanding of cost optimization strategies for cloud

networking.

8 Preferred

Certifications such as AWS Advanced Networking
Specialty, Cisco CCNP/CCIE, or Azure Network Engineer
Associate.

B) The primary work location will be 701 W 51st St., Austin, TX 78751.
Position will be 2 days remote with 3 days (Mon, Wed, Thur) required to be onsite at the location listed above.
***Subject to change per manager***