Sr. Network Architect

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Job description

About Client:

The client provides information technology (IT) services, including business outsourcing, infrastructure technology, and application services. The application service offered by the company includes application development, maintenance, and support. The markets served by the company are financial services and insurance, healthcare, manufacturing, government, transportation, communications, and consumer and retail industries.

Rate Range: $75-$85/Hr

Job Description:

Experienced Senior Network Architect to enable the goals and objectives of the Data Center Transformation program.

The Senior Network Architect will be responsible for designing migration strategies and infrastructure solutions to fulfill client and business requirements.

The Senior Network Architect will establish and maintain a professional working relationship at multiple levels both internally and with the client by developing a core understanding of the client's unique business needs and competitive challenges, shape strategy and architect solutions to fulfill client needs, and interface with both internal and external/ industry experts to anticipate customer needs and facilitate network solution development as follows

Years of experience needed:

Minimum 5 years of Architecture experience and 10+ years industry experience

Technical Skills:

Provide technical design recommendations and associated architectures by gathering and documenting existing client network and device information into a workbook that will be leveraged to develop the migration plan.

Define high level requirements and conducting cost/benefit analysis to maximize utilization of available resources.

Make recommendations for the establishment/update of standards and guidelines for the design of technology solutions including integration of Network technologies across multiple platforms

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership in Network infrastructure and design and establish standards and guidelines for the design of technology solutions

Working knowledge and in-depth experience in the areas of TCP/IP, DNS, Lan/Wan infrastructures, VPN, Cisco routers and switches, including Nexus, Opnet, Nortel switches, BlueCoat proxy, IPS, Checkpoint firewalls, OSPF routing, SNMP, VLans, Access Control Lists, IPSec and associated network monitoring and security tools are required

Minimum 10+ years of experience in a senior level engineering or architecture role engaged in the planning and solution design of IP network infrastructures including technologies such as BGP/OSPF routing, L2/L3 switching, server load balancing, QoS, MPLS, network security and network monitoring in large scale multisite data center, service provider, or SaaS environments.

Experience with design of next generation data center networks enabling cloud computing including technologies such as network virtualization, unified network fabric and Software Defined Networks is a plus.

University degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent academic experience

Demonstrated experience required with solution design of delivering video over IP (IPTV), OTT video delivery (Internet and mobile video streaming), CDN, Storage, DNS, DHCP and IP Address Management infrastructure is a plus.

Thorough knowledge of IP multicast and associated protocols UDP, IGMP, PIM routing, etc.

Hands on experience in building and configuring network for multiple disciplines

Demonstrated experience with network security technologies including network firewall, IPSec and SSL VPN, RADIUS/TACACS, network intrusion and detection, network access control and web content proxy/filtering is a plus.

Solid understanding network and network security architecture best practices

Ability to think on a multi-site enterprise level; be forward looking and drive tactical and strategic technology roadmaps.

Ability to work well under pressure and to meet tight deadlines.

Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, presentation, documentation and problem-solving skills.

Experience with IPv6 technologies is an asset

Certifications Needed:

CCNP Required

CCIE preferred

CCVP preferred

4yrs University Degree concentration in Engineering Field or Computer Science preferred

Juniper Certifications an asset

Aruba Certifications an asset

About ApTask:

ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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