Principal Network Solutions Architect

Randstad is seeking a Principal Network Solutions Architect to lead the strategic vision and tactical execution of complex enterprise network infrastructure for a key transportation industry client based in Washington, DC. In this role, you will bridge the gap between business strategy and technical execution, serving as a change agent who defines future-state network architecture, builds consensus across business units, and guides projects through the entire lifecycle-from initial kickoff to full deployment. You will collaborate closely with Network Infrastructure Services to design, validate, and deliver sustainable, high-performing network environments, balancing immediate business needs with long-term Enterprise Architecture goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Vision & Leadership: Facilitate the development and adoption of future-state enterprise network architecture while actively aligning technology capabilities with overarching business strategies.
• End-to-End Project Life Cycle: Drive network solutioning across all phases-conceiving strategies, gathering requirements, leading engineering design, and supporting implementation and execution.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a technical advisor and visionary across business areas; present design proposals to Network Infrastructure Services teams to gain cross-functional buy-in and approval.
• Technical Deliverables & Governance: Generate comprehensive technical documentation, including 15%, 30%, 60%, 90%, and 100% design review feedback for construction projects, Network Topologies, site Wi-Fi/cellular heatmaps, Statements of Work (SOWs), and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for CapEx projects.
• Infrastructure Solutioning: Architect high-performing, reusable, and secure network infrastructure leveraging advanced routing, switching, wireless, and cellular technologies.
• Strategic & Tactical Execution: Balance long-term architectural standards with pragmatic, short-term tactical solutions to maintain system reliability and business agility.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent work experience/specialized training) with a minimum of 10 years in IT, including 10+ years of hands-on technology network operations, architecture, and engineering experience.
• Core Network Capabilities: High-level, hands-on expertise in enterprise routing and switching architectures, with deep command of protocols including BGP, EIGRP, and OSPF.
• Large-Scale Program Success: Demonstrated track record of network solutioning (switches, WAPs, cellular) for multi-million dollar, large-scale heterogeneous IT programs.
• Architectural Frameworks: Functional knowledge of Enterprise Architecture (EA) frameworks, Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), and architectural modeling principles.
• Communication & Soft Skills: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with proven experience presenting technical vision to internal engineering teams and executive stakeholders.
• Preferred Industry Experience: Prior experience in the transportation sector or supporting mission-critical enterprise environments.

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