Lead Network Architect; Miami Lakes

Overview

When you join the team at Cordis, you become part of an inspiring mission to save lives, impacting millions of people and broadening access to life‑saving cardiovascular and endovascular technology. As a global leader for over 60 years, we are dedicated to being the heart of innovation to transform cardiovascular care. At Cordis, we’re teammates, not just employees. We embrace an empowered and one‑team culture where teammates are inspired to unleash their full potential.

With diverse teams on a global scale, we believe the richness of our experiences and backgrounds enhances the careers of our teammates, the service to our customers, and ultimately, the lives of our patients. If you love a challenge and are ready to have a direct, transformative and positive impact on the lives of millions, then Cordis is just the place for you.

We are the people behind the people who keep saving lives.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

The Lead Network Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, reliable, and scalable network infrastructure to support the organization’s business operations and strategic initiatives. This role requires a forward-thinking professional who can architect enterprise-class network solutions, ensure optimal performance, and provide guidance on emerging technologies.

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-level network architecture at a global scale, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, cloud connectivity, and data center environments.
• Define, document, and enforce networking standards, policies, and best practices according to NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS, MLPS.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging networking technologies to improve scalability, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and application development, to ensure network alignment with business needs.
• Provide technical leadership for large-scale infrastructure projects, upgrades, and migrations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex networking issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Conduct capacity planning and performance analysis to ensure the network supports future growth.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on technical problem-solving and professional development.
• Partner with vendors and service providers to evaluate solutions and manage contracts.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in network architecture, design, and administration in enterprise environments, or a combination of education and experience.

• Proven track record of leading large-scale network design and implementation projects.
• Strong expertise with enterprise networking technologies, including:
• Routing and switching (HPE Aruba, or equivalent)
• Firewalls, VPNs, and network security (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point, etc.)
• SD‑WAN solutions such as Palo Alto SD‑WAN.
• Wireless Network such as HPE Aruba.
• Network monitoring and performance management tools.
• Familiarity with cloud networking (OCI, Azure, Alibaba) and hybrid infrastructure models.
• In-depth understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, DNS, DHCP).
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices.

• Work environment:
  Onsite, Miami Lakes, FL
• 5% travel requirements

Cordis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all teammates and applicants. At Cordis, our teammates all bring different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people’s lives. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity.

All our teammate’s points of view are key to our success, and we believe inclusion is everyone’s responsibility. Together, we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.