Network Lead - Architect

US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other

Job Title:
Network Lead - Architect
Location:
Miami, FL(Remote)
Duration: 24 Months + Extension
Bill Rate: $66/hour (C2C)
Job Type: W-2, 1099, C2C
Client:
To Be Discussed Later
Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to design, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in network architecture, routing and switching, network security, cloud networking, and infrastructure modernization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance enterprise network architectures.
• Develop network architecture solutions for LAN, WAN, WLAN, and data center environments.
• Design and implement network connectivity, routing, switching, and network segmentation solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend network technologies, hardware, and architecture improvements.
• Implement network security solutions, including firewalls, VPNs, access control, and security policies.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud, and application teams.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and provide architectural guidance.
• Develop network architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and implementation plans.
• Ensure network infrastructure meets performance, availability, scalability, and security requirements.
• Support network migrations, modernization initiatives, and disaster recovery planning.

Required Skills:

• Strong experience in enterprise network architecture and infrastructure design.
• Expertise in routing and switching protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, and STP.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or equivalent enterprise networking technologies.
• Experience with firewalls, VPNs, network security, and network segmentation.
• Knowledge of load balancing, high availability, and network redundancy.
• Experience with data center networking and enterprise WAN technologies.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent networking certifications.
• Experience with SD-WAN, SDN, and network automation.
• Exposure to cloud networking platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience with network monitoring and performance management tools.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.