Network Architect

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Our government client is seeking an experienced Network Architect on a hybrid 6+ months renewable contract opportunity in Austin, TX.

Role:
Network Architect

W2 RATE - $93/hr

Position will be 2 days remote with 3 days (Mon, Wed, Thur) required to be onsite

Candidates with in 80 miles of Austin are preferred

Job Description:

Understands business objectives and problems, identifies alternative solutions, performs studies and cost/benefit analysis of alternatives. Analyzes user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing computer system:
Confers with personnel of organizational units involved to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems, and learn specific input and output requirements, such as forms of data input and how data is to be summarized, and formats for reports. Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer program. Reviews computer system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine if requested program or program change is possible within existing system.

Network Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and resilient network architectures supporting cloud transformation initiatives for the TEDS project. This role requires deep expertise in hybrid networking strategies, ensuring seamless integration between on‑premises environments and cloud‑native services.

• Architect and implement hybrid and multi‑cloud connectivity patterns to integrate existing on‑prem data center networks with AWS services.
• Design secure, high‑performance network architectures that meet compliance, governance, and business continuity requirements.
• Collaborate with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to enable seamless migrations and optimize network operations.
• Establish network governance standards and best practices to support long‑term growth and evolving enterprise needs.
• Ensure routing, segmentation, and security policies are aligned with enterprise architecture principles.
• Drive high availability and disaster recovery strategies for mission‑critical workloads.

Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.

• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  Extensive experience in network architecture across AWS and on‑premises environments.
• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  Strong knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), network segmentation, and firewall technologies.
• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  Hands‑on experience with hybrid connectivity solutions (VPN, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway).
• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  Expertise in network security principles, including encryption, identity, and compliance frameworks.
• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  Proficiency in high availability design, load balancing, and failover strategies.
• 8 Years
  
  Required:
  
  Familiarity with network automation tools (Terraform, Ansible) and CI/CD integration for infrastructure.
• 8 Years Preferred:
  Experience with multi‑cloud networking (Azure, GCP) and cloud‑native networking services.
• 8 Years Preferred:
  Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and advanced security models.
• 8 Years Preferred:
  Exposure to SD‑WAN technologies and network observability tools (Net Flow, Cloud Watch, Prometheus).
• 8 Years Preferred:
  Understanding of cost optimization strategies for cloud networking.
• 8 Years Preferred:
  Certifications such as AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, Cisco CCNP/CCIE, or Azure Network Engineer Associate.

Mid‑Senior level

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