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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Architect - **Company:** Other Executive - **Location:** Richmond, VA, United States - **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** LTE (Telecommunication), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Disaster Recovery, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Internet Service Provider, Network Security, Network Architecture, Networking Basics, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Network Segmentation, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Zero Trust Network Access, Systems Integration, Wide Area Networks, Enterprise Data Management, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, System Availability, Multi-Cloud, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Palo Alto Networks, Hardware Infrastructure, Virtual Private Clouds, Cisco - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=45018d3d5570af96 ## About the Role Although, Individual are encouraged to apply, the Ideal candidate with the following experience will only be considered. Must be US Citizen or Authorized to Work in the United States No Sponsorship Available Requirements for Network Architect * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience) * Minimum **15+ years** of progressive enterprise networking experience * Extensive experience serving as a Network Architect or Senior Network Engineer in large enterprise environments * Proven experience designing enterprise and hybrid cloud networking architectures * Deep expertise designing highly available enterprise networking infrastructures * Extensive experience architecting large-scale routing environments * Experience leading enterprise network modernization and consolidation initiatives * Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture and network segmentation * Experience supporting mission-critical production environments * Demonstrated experience collaborating with executive leadership and cross-functional technology teams Required Technical Expertise * BGP Routing * Enterprise Routing Design * Cisco Enterprise Networking * Cisco Meraki (Full Stack) * Cisco SD-WAN / Cisco Viptela * Azure Networking * AWS Networking * Hybrid Cloud Architecture * VPN Architecture * Site-to-Site VPN * Client VPN * Cloud Transit Networks * Hub-and-Spoke Network Design * Palo Alto Firewalls * PAN-OS * Panorama * Network Segmentation * Network Security * High Availability Design * Disaster Recovery Networking * ExpressRoute * AWS Direct Connect * Virtual Networks (VNets) * Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs) * Routing Policies * Traffic Engineering * NAT * Routing Tables * Network Performance Optimization Preferred Qualifications * Experience with multi-cloud networking (Azure, AWS, GCP) * Experience leading enterprise network consolidation projects * Experience supporting global enterprise infrastructures * Experience working with telecommunications providers and ISPs * Experience designing secure cloud connectivity solutions * Experience with enterprise network automation * Experience within highly regulated environments Required Technical Skills * Cisco Meraki * Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)** Preferred Certifications** * CCNP Enterprise * CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure * PCNSE (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer), Skills and Abilities Required for Network Architect Enterprise Network Architecture * Expert-level knowledge of enterprise network architecture and design principles * Advanced understanding of large-scale routing infrastructures * Deep expertise in BGP routing protocols and traffic engineering * Strong understanding of OSPF and EIGRP routing protocols * Ability to architect highly resilient enterprise networking solutions * Experience designing scalable hybrid cloud networking environments Cloud Networking * Expert knowledge of Azure networking services * Strong familiarity with AWS networking services * Experience integrating on-premises infrastructure with cloud environments * Expertise designing secure cloud connectivity models * Experience implementing ExpressRoute and Direct Connect solutions * Knowledge of cloud-native networking best practices Security & Infrastructure * Advanced knowledge of enterprise firewall architecture * Extensive experience with Palo Alto Networks security platforms * Strong understanding of network segmentation strategies * Experience implementing Zero Trust networking principles * Knowledge of enterprise network security standards and compliance requirements * Ability to collaborate closely with cybersecurity teams SD-WAN & Enterprise Connectivity * Extensive experience designing Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) environments * Advanced knowledge of Cisco Meraki enterprise networking solutions * Experience supporting multi-site enterprise connectivity * Ability to optimize WAN performance and resiliency * Strong understanding of broadband, MPLS, LTE, and carrier technologies, If you have deep expertise in enterprise routing, cloud networking, SD-WAN, and security architecture-and enjoy influencing technical direction across complex environments-we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you. ## Description The Network Architect is responsible for the overall design, architecture, governance, and technical leadership of enterprise networking environments supporting both cloud and on-premises infrastructure. This role serves as the organization's networking subject matter expert, responsible for developing secure, scalable, and highly available networking solutions across Azure, AWS, hybrid cloud, and enterprise data center environments. You will provide architectural leadership for enterprise routing, cloud networking, SD-WAN, firewalls, carrier connectivity, network consolidation initiatives, and business continuity planning while partnering closely with infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud engineering, and business stakeholders. This position also serves as the highest level of technical escalation for complex networking issues while mentoring engineering teams and establishing enterprise networking standards and best practices., s is an Executive Recruiting Consultant Enterprise dedicated to helping professionals in furthering their career goals. Success is attributed to personalized service, with the goal of bringing together qualified business professionals with quality companies. 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