Avaya Software, CCIE - Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert, Cisco Nexus Switches, Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS), Collocation, Computer Science, Consulting, Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), Dell Computers, Firewalls, Local Area Network (LAN), Low-Level Design, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Design, Network Operations Center, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Routing, Network Scalability, Team Player, Telephony, VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network), VMWare, Virtualization, Wide Area Network (WAN)
Job ID : 90649-1
Title: Network Architect
Duration: 6+ Months
Location: Frederick, MD 21704
Pay Range: $50 - $60/hr on W2/C2C all Inclusive
Introduction
We are seeking an experienced professional to support our initiatives in designing and implementing network solutions for colocation and future data center projects. This consulting role is focused on architecture, solutioning, and migration support.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Cisco Nexus 9000 switching & enterprise network routing
- Palo Alto Firewall expertise (PA 3440 & 1420)
- SD WAN, VLANs, and network segmentation across multi-site/data center environments
- 10 years in network engineering/architecture
- Proven colocation migration experience
- Strong hands-on expertise in multi-site network design
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in computer science
- Prior work experience at client or in client's Industry
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with storage & virtualization integration (Pure Storage, VMware vMotion)
- Telephony systems exposure (Avaya / MS Teams)
- Server platform experience (Dell PowerEdge, Cisco UCS)
- Cisco CCIE certification (preferred/strongly desired)
- Palo Alto certification (PCNSE or equivalent)
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Design and architect network solutions across colo and multi-site environments
- Lead colo migration activities, including DIA/Fiber connectivity across sites
- Develop high-level and low-level network designs
- Implement high-speed LAN (25G/100G) and WAN (10G) connectivity
- Ensure network performance, scalability, and security
- Support integration with storage, virtualization, and telephony systems
Company Benefits & Culture
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Opportunities for professional development
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.