Network Architect
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Network Architect - Cisco Partner - Tampa Bay Area (Hybrid) - Up to $185,000 Base
We're working with a leading Cisco Partner in the Tampa Bay Area who are continuing to expand their Professional Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Network Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise networking solutions for a diverse portfolio of customers, working with the latest Cisco technologies across complex transformation projects.
Responsibilities
- Design enterprise network architectures across LAN, WAN, Wireless and Data Centre environments
- Lead the technical design and delivery of large-scale network transformation projects
- Develop high and low-level network designs (HLDs & LLDs)
- Provide architectural leadership for Cisco routing, switching and security solutions
- Design and implement SD-WAN, SDA and network modernisation initiatives
- Act as the technical lead during customer workshops and project delivery
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Network Engineers
- Review existing customer environments and recommend strategic improvements
- Produce technical documentation, architecture standards and best practice guides
Required Experience
- Extensive experience designing enterprise Cisco network solutions
- Expert knowledge of Cisco Routing & Switching (Catalyst, Nexus, ISR/ASR)
- Strong experience with BGP, OSPF, MPLS and enterprise WAN technologies
- Cisco Software Defined WAN (SD-WAN)
- Cisco Software Defined Access (SDA)
- Cisco ISE
- Cisco Firepower
- Data Centre networking including Nexus technologies
- Strong understanding of network security principles
- Previous experience working for a Cisco Partner, MSP or IT Consultancy
- Experience leading customer-facing infrastructure projects
Desirable Skills
- CCNP Enterprise
- CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure (highly desirable)
- Cisco Meraki
- DNA Center
- Automation using Python, Ansible or REST APIs
- Azure or AWS networking
- VMware NSX or cloud networking experience
Benefits
- Competitive salary of $155,000-$185,000
- Annual performance bonus
- Hybrid working (2-3 days per week)
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Paid Cisco certifications and ongoing training
- Clear progression into Principal Architect or Consulting Architect positions
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