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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Architect - **Company:** Select Minds LLC - **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Wireless LAN, Border Gateway Protocol, Computer Networks, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), IPv4, IPv6, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Network Security, Network Layer, Multicasting, NetFlow, Routing, Network Service, Network Administration, Network Virtualization, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Web Application Security, Security Information and Event Management, TCP/IP, Software Vulnerability Management, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Access Point, Computer Networking Systems, Computer Network Operations, F5 GTM, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Wireless Technologies, Fortinet, Routing & Switching, Network Optimization - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-Network-Architect-Select-Minds-LLC-460559084741055/ ## About the Role Networking & Protocols + Strong expertise in: + TCP/IP + BGP + OSPF + MPLS + Multicast + RIP + DNS + DHCP +, IPAM, + Strong experience with both IPv4 and IPv6 environments + Excellent troubleshooting and architectural design skills + Ability to support enterprise-scale production environments + Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Required Overall Experience 12+ years of overall IT Infrastructure and Networking experience 8+ years of hands-on enterprise network architecture and engineering experience Strong experience supporting large-scale datacenter and global enterprise environments Proven expertise in designing and implementing complex routing, switching, wireless, WAN, and security solutions Preferred Qualifications + Enterprise or datacenter architecture experience + Certifications such as: + CCNP / CCIE + Aruba Certified Professional/Expert + Palo Alto / Fortinet Certifications + Experience supporting large global enterprise environments ## Description We are looking for an experienced Network Architect to lead the design, implementation, and support of large-scale enterprise network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise across datacenter networking, routing and switching, wireless technologies, security, SDN/SD-WAN, and Aruba networking solutions. This role requires strong hands-on architectural experience supporting complex enterprise and global network environments. Key Responsibilities + Design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure + Architect and manage routing, switching, and Spine-Leaf datacenter environments + Support enterprise WAN, SD-WAN, SDN, and global network operations + Configure and troubleshoot complex Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking environments + Manage network security infrastructure including firewalls, IPSec, SIEM integration, and vulnerability remediation + Implement and support Aruba wireless and network management solutions + Monitor and optimize network performance, QoS, NetFlow, IDS/IPS, and traffic management + Support IPv4 and IPv6 enterprise environments + Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and operations teams for enterprise network initiatives + Ensure network scalability, redundancy, availability, and security best practices, + Routing & Switching + Spine-Leaf Datacenter Architecture + WAN Infrastructure + SDN / SD-WAN + Virtual Networking + NAT & ACLs + Structured Cabling + Global Network Operations Security & Network Services + F5 GTM/LTM + VPN + SSH + Proxy + IDS/IPS + NetFlow + QoS + Web Security + Device Hardening + Vulnerability Management + IPSec + SIEM Wireless Technologies + 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax + Wireless LAN Design & Support Aruba / HP Technologies + Aruba Controllers + Aruba AirWave + Aruba Central + Aruba ClearPass + Aruba Access Points (APs) Additional Requirements ## Related Videos - [IP Authentication: A Tale of Performance Pitfalls and Challenges in Prod](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1413-ip-authentication-a-tale-of-performance-pitfalls-and-challenges-in-prod) - [IoT: The road to sustainability](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/557-iot-the-road-to-sustainability) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Demystifying application networking in the cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/675-demystifying-application-networking-in-the-cloud) ## Related Articles - [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j) - [Top Must-Visit Developer Conferences in the US in 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/679-top-must-visit-developer-conferences-in-the-us-in-2026) - [5 Reasons Why Attending Conferences in 2026 Matters More Than You Think](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/692-5-reasons-why-attending-conferences-in-2026-matters-more-than-you-think) - [What Makes WeAreDevelopers World Congress Different From Every Other Tech Event?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/701-what-makes-wearedevelopers-world-congress-different-from-every-other-tech-event) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence)