Network Architect

Prestige Staffing

Chicago, IL(remote)

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

BGP, Best Practices, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, Cisco Network Systems, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNA, DNS (Domain Name System), Documentation, EIGRP (Enhanced IGRP), Firewalls, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, High Availability, Hospital, Hospital Systems, Hybrid Cloud, Identify Issues, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, MPLS (Multi-Protocol Label Switching), Netflow, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Operations Center, Network Routing, Network Switching, Open Shortest Path First Protocol (OSPF), Patient Care, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Policy Implementation, Problem Solving Skills, QoS (Quality of Service), Standards Development, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Team Player, Technical Leadership, VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network), Wide Area Network (WAN), Wireless Communications

LOCATION

Chicago, IL

POSTED

29 days ago

JobID: 47949Are you a network expert ready to make a real impact in healthcare? We’re looking for a Network Architect to help design, build, and maintain a high-performance, secure, and modern network for a large hospital system serving patients across the Midwest. This is a fully remote role (CST hours) with occasional travel for key projects.Why This Role is Exciting: Work on cutting-edge network technologies including Cisco ACI, DNA Center, and CAT9K. Support a critical healthcare environment where reliable network performance directly impacts patient care. Collaborate with IT teams across multiple sites and cloud platforms to implement scalable, high-availability network solutions. Lead initiatives to optimize network performance, security, and resiliency. What You’ll Do: Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise LAN/WAN, data center, and hybrid cloud networks. Implement policy-driven, software-defined networking (SDN) solutions to streamline operations. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network performance using modern monitoring and analytics tools. Develop network standards, documentation, and best practices to ensure consistency and reliability. Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams on network projects and upgrades. What We’re Looking For: Strong experience in network architecture and design, preferably in enterprise or healthcare environments. Deep expertise in Cisco technologies, including routing, switching, firewalls, wireless, and SDN. Hands-on experience with Cisco DNA Center, ACI fabrics, and SDN implementations. Hands-on experience with data center networks, cloud connectivity, and multi-site WANs. Knowledge of key network protocols and concepts (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, QoS, TCP/IP, MPLS, DNS/DHCP). Experience with network monitoring and management tools like SolarWinds, NetFlow, or Syslog. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project collaboration skills. Required Certifications / Experience: CCNP or equivalent certifications Background in large healthcare or hospital network environments This role is perfect for a forward-thinking network professional who wants to combine technical leadership with the satisfaction of supporting life-saving healthcare operations.

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