Network Architect

Network Engineer (Security)

Location:

Richmond, VA (Hybrid Onsite presence required 1 day per week)

Duration: 6 Months Contract-to-Hire Only W2

Only vetted candidates with the following mandatory skill set:

• Palo Alto Firewall / Security (Must Have)
• Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)
• Enterprise Networking
• Strong Communication Skills

We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer with Architect-level expertise (12+ years) in Enterprise Networking, Security, Cloud Networking, and SD-WAN technologies. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in BGP routing, Palo Alto Firewalls, Cisco SD-WAN, Cisco Meraki, and Cloud Networking architectures across Azure, AWS, and Hybrid environments.

• Deep expertise in BGP Routing and Network Design
• Palo Alto Networks Firewalls
• Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)
• Enterprise Networking
• Excellent Communication Skills

• Cisco Meraki Full Stack
• Azure Networking
• AWS Networking
• Carrier & ISP Management
• Multi-Cloud Networking

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise and cloud networking architectures across Azure, AWS, and Hybrid environments.
• Develop and execute network consolidation strategies across multiple environments and business units.
• Architect secure and scalable connectivity patterns including:
  • Site-to-Site VPNs
  • Client VPNs
  • SD-WAN Deployments
  • Cloud Transit Hubs
  • Hub-and-Spoke Network Models
• Define enterprise standards for:
  • Routing
  • Network Segmentation
  • High Availability
• Implement and maintain Virtual Networks (VNets/VPCs), Peering and Private Connectivity, including Azure Express Route and AWS Direct Connect.
• Manage Network Security Controls such as NSGs, Firewalls, Routing Tables.
• Integrate On-Premises and Cloud Environments.
• Optimize routing policies for performance, failover, and traffic engineering.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts involving latency, packet loss, and asymmetric routing.
• Define and enforce security policies, NAT configuration, and network segmentation strategies.
• Partner with security teams on threat mitigation and compliance requirements.
• Design and support Cisco Viptela / Cisco SD‑WAN and Cisco Meraki full stack across MX, MS, and MR.
• Maintain consistent security policies, performance optimization, and network visibility across all sites.
• Serve as Tier‑3 escalation point for network‑related incidents and mentor junior engineers.
• Provide technical leadership, develop documentation, standards, runbooks, and participate in on‑call rotation as needed.

• Architect-Level Network Engineering Experience (12+ Years)
• Deep Expertise in BGP Routing and Network Design
• Hands‑On Experience with Palo Alto Networks Firewalls, Cisco SD‑WAN (Viptela), Cisco Meraki Full Stack.
• Proven experience designing and implementing Cloud Networking Architectures.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across routing, firewalls, and connectivity domains.
• Experience working directly with Telecom Carriers and ISPs.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Multi‑Tenant Network Environments.
• Multi‑Environment Network Consolidation Initiatives.
• Certifications:
  
  CCNP, CCIE, PCNSE, Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ‑700), AWS Advanced Networking Specialty.

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