Position: Network Architect
Location: onsite in San Antonio, TX 78232
Duration: Salaried/FTE
Salary: $100,000-135,000/year (depending on experience) + quarterly bonuses
Benefits: 401k with employer match, unlimited PTO, continued education and tuition reimbursement, medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays, EAP
Must Haves:
- 3+ years’ experience working for a VAR, MSP, or IT consulting/solutions company
- 5+ years of network engineering experience
- 3+ additional years of experience designing and architecting network solutions
- Cisco networking background
- Experience creating/designing network maps/diagrams
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols, such as TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, and MPLS
- Experience with network security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPNs
- Proficiency in network monitoring and management tools
Plusses:
- Juniper and/or Aruba networking experience
- CCNA, CCNP, CISSP, or other relevant network certification(s)
Day-to-Day:
An IT service management provider is seeking a mid-to-high level Network Architect to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing/deploying, and maintaining network infrastructures for their clients. This role requires a deep understanding of network architectures, security and performance optimization. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Design and develop scalable, secure, and high-performance network architectures for clients.
- Translate client needs into technical requirements.
- Evaluate and recommend network hardware, software, and services.
- Implement and configure network solutions, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal operation.
- Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and policies.
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to provide innovative solutions.