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Network Architect

Job in Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia, 23214, USA
Listing for: Shaarpro
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-27
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Network Engineer, Network Security, Systems Engineer, Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Title:
Network Architect (Security)

Location:

Richmond, VA onsite

  • Palo Alto firewall or security (Must have)
  • SD-WAN – Cisco
  • Networking
  • Palo Alto firewall or security (Must have)
  • SD-WAN – Cisco
  • Networking
  • Communication skills
  • Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)
Senior Network Engineer – Cloud & Enterprise Networking

Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design
  • Lead design and implementation of enterprise and cloud networking architectures (Azure, AWS, hybrid)
  • Develop and execute network consolidation strategies across multiple environments and business units
Architect Secure, Scalable Connectivity Patterns Including
  • Site-to-site and client VPNs
  • SD-WAN deployments
  • Cloud transit hubs and hub/spoke models
  • Define standards for routing, segmentation, and high availability
Cloud Networking
  • Design and manage networking in Azure and familiarity AWS, and Google Cloud Platform.
Implement And Maintain
  • Virtual networks (VNets/VPCs)
  • Peering and private connectivity (Express Route, Direct Connect)
  • Network security controls (NSGs, firewalls, routing tables)
  • Integrate on-prem and cloud environments.
Routing & Core Networking
  • Design And Troubleshoot Complex Routing Environments Using BGP, OSPF/EIGRP
  • Optimize routing policies for performance, failover, and traffic engineering
  • Lead troubleshooting of latency, packet loss, and asymmetric routing issues
Security & Firewalls
  • Manage Next-gen Firewall Solutions, Primarily Palo Alto Networks firewalls (PAN-OS, Panorama)
  • Define and enforce security policies, NAT, and segmentation strategies
  • Partner with security teams on threat mitigation and compliance requirements
SD-WAN & Branch Networking
  • Design And Support SD-WAN Solutions Using Cisco Viptela / Cisco SD-WAN
  • Manage And Optimize Branch Networking Using Cisco Meraki (full stack: MX, MS, MR)
  • Ensure consistent policy, performance, and visibility across all sites
Carrier & Vendor Management
  • Act as primary technical liaison with telecom carriers and ISPs
  • Lead troubleshooting of circuit issues (latency, outages, routing anomalies)
  • Validate and design circuit turn-ups (DIA, MPLS, broadband, LTE/5G)
  • Coordinate with vendors during deployments, escalations, and outages
Operations & Leadership
  • Serve as Tier 3 escalation point for network-related incidents
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance

    Develop and maintain documentation, standards, and runbooks
  • Participate in on-call rotation as needed
Required Qualifications
  • Years of experience – Architect level 15+
  • Deep expertise in BGP routing and network design
Strong 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, firewall, and connectivity domains
  • Experience working directly with telecom carriers and ISPs
Preferred Qualifications
  • Multi-tenant or multi-environment network consolidation
Certifications (preferred But Not Required)
  • CCNP/CCIE
  • PCNSE (Palo Alto)
  • Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)
  • AWS Advanced Networking Specialty
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