Cloud Network Architect

Job Description

About the Role

Title: Cloud Network Architect – USA Virtual

Location: Virtual United States of America

Type: Regular

Category: Infrastructure Services

**US Citizenship requirements- as this role supports services provided to the federal government and/or a federal government contractor, proof will be required to verify US citizenship status at time of hire.**

Step into a world of innovation where your expertise shapes the future of technology! , and we’re passionate about pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. As we continue to grow and evolve, we’re looking for a dynamic Network Solution Architect to join our vibrant team. This isn’t just another job-it’s your chance to influence our Network Services strategy and ensure that our clients’ critical applications and services remain secure, scalable, and always available.

As our next Network Solution Architect, you’ll be the mastermind behind the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex network solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of our organization. You’ll collaborate with key stakeholders to understand business requirements, assess existing network infrastructure, and recommend innovative solutions that enhance network performance, security, and scalability. You’ll also work closely with Tier 1 and Tier 2 engineers, bringing your designs to life.

Requirements:

Architect the Future: Design end-to-end network solutions that align with business goals, industry best practices, and the latest technological advancements.

Craft the Blueprint: Develop detailed network architecture diagrams, technical specifications, and high-level documentation to guide seamless implementation.

Collaborate and Innovate: Work with cross-functional teams to ensure our network solutions are perfectly aligned with overall IT strategy and business objectives.

Lead with Expertise: Spearhead projects involving network infrastructure components, including routing, switching, firewalls, load balancers, and remote connectivity technologies. Get hands-on with Software-Defined Cloud Interconnect (SDCI), SDWAN, Zero Trust Networking (ZTNA), Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Elastic Load Balancing (ELB), Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW), and more.

Optimize Performance: Monitor, analyze, and optimize network performance to ensure reliability, availability, and scalability in our fast-paced environment.

Be the Go-To Expert: Provide technical guidance and support to network engineers and IT staff, resolving complex network issues with your deep knowledge and problem-solving skills.

Stay Ahead of the Curve: Keep up with industry trends, emerging technologies, and security threats to inform your network architecture decisions. Contribute to the development of forward-thinking network policies, procedures, and standards.

Drive Innovation: Lead initiatives to transform infrastructure deployment and management using infrastructure as code, automation, and self-service designs-elevating operational efficiency and reliability through integration with cutting-edge automation and orchestration platforms.

Qualifications

Proven Expertise: Extensive experience as a network architect or engineer, designing and implementing enterprise-scale network solutions with in-depth knowledge of networking protocols, technologies, and standards.

Security Savvy: Strong proficiency in network security principles and practices, with hands-on experience in software-defined networking and cloud networking services (e.g., AWS, Azure).

Analytical Mindset: Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Effective Communicator: Stellar communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with stakeholders at all levels.

Independent and Agile: Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred Experience:

Industry-Standard Tools: Experience with automation and orchestration tools such as Terraform, Git, GitHub, CodeCommit, and CodePipeline, with a solid understanding of configuration repositories, deployment pipelines, and infrastructure as code practices.

Vendor Knowledge: Familiarity with technologies from Palo Alto, Zscaler, F5, Juniper, Infoblox, Megaport, AWS, Microsoft Azure, Aviatrix, Python, Jira, Confluence, IBM SevOne, and more.

Flexible Working

So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and “Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs” 5 years in a row.

Benefits

We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it’s important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options.

Salary Pay Range

Minimum :

112,700 USD

Maximum :

178,900 USD