Network Architect
TechNest Talent
Birmingham, United Kingdom
31 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
SeniorJob location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Tech stack
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Border Gateway Protocol
Cisco Hardwares
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
DNS
Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Network Security
Network Troubleshooting
Network Architecture
Open Shortest Path First
Zero Trust Network Access
TCP/IP
Wide Area Networks
Cloud-native Network Functions (CNF)
Computer Networking Systems
Cloud Platform System
System Availability
HybridCloud
Firewalls (Computer Science)
Information Technology
Palo Alto Networks
Cloud Migration
Job description
We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to design, implement, and support secure, scalable, and resilient network solutions across on-premises and cloud environments. The role requires strong expertise in Azure, AWS, Palo Alto, and Cisco Meraki technologies, with responsibility for defining network architecture standards, leading infrastructure projects, and ensuring network security and performance. Key Responsibilities
- Design and maintain enterprise LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless, and cloud network architectures.
- Architect and support hybrid cloud networking solutions in Azure and AWS.
- Design and implement secure connectivity using ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, VPNs, and Transit Gateway technologies.
- Lead network security architecture using Palo Alto firewalls, Panorama, GlobalProtect, and Zero Trust principles.
- Design and manage Cisco Meraki switching, wireless, security, and SD-WAN environments.
- Provide technical leadership, documentation, and guidance to engineering teams.
- Troubleshoot complex networking issues and support infrastructure transformation projects.
Requirements
- 5+ years' experience in enterprise networking, with architecture or senior engineering experience.
- Strong knowledge of:
- Microsoft Azure networking (VNets, Virtual WAN, ExpressRoute, Azure Firewall)
- AWS networking (VPCs, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Network Security)
- Palo Alto NGFW, Panorama, GlobalProtect, Threat Prevention
- Cisco Meraki MX, MS, MR and SD-WAN
- Expertise in TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, network security, and high availability design.
- Experience delivering network and cloud transformation projects.