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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Architect - **Company:** Cmac Inc - **Location:** Alpharetta, GA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $160,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Wireless LAN, Complex Networks, Data Centers, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Segmentation, Systems Integration, Wide Area Networks, Data Logging, Virtual Environment, Firewalls (Computer Science), Firewall Services Module, Cisco - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=425ba550e085d66b ## About the Role * Strong analytical, problem-solving and diplomacy skills. * Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., via phone, web/videoconference) * Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment * Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate * Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment * Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation in a collaborative environment * Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information * Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize, and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations * Experience with Palo Alto Firewalls and Aruba switches. ## Description CMAC has an opportunity for a Senior Network Architect to work within our Technology & Innovation department in our Alpharetta. You will be part of a dynamic team responsible for the strategic design, architecture, implementation, and evolution of the firm's multi-site enterprise network. This position will work with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interest of our clients., * Leads network-related infrastructure initiatives, including office buildouts, relocations, network refreshes, data center moves, mergers/integrations, and technology modernization efforts * Designs, implements, and maintains enterprise-class Cisco network infrastructure across headquarters, branch offices, and remote locations * Leads network engineering efforts for LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, Internet edge, VPN, and data center connectivity * Supports the implementation and management of: * Network segmentation * Firewall policies * NAC / access control (if applicable) * IDS/IPS integrations * Secure VPN connectivity * Logging, monitoring, and alerting * Acts as the senior escalation point for complex network incidents and chronic performance issues * Special projects and other duties as assigned ## Related Videos - [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) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Demystifying application networking in the cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/675-demystifying-application-networking-in-the-cloud) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) ## 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) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Dev Digest 212: WebMCP or MCP, What is DevRel, AI's 10% Productivity Boost, and a 49MB Web Page…](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/717-dev-digest-212-webmcp-or-mcp-what-is-devrel-ai-s-10-productivity-boost-and-a-49mb-web-page) - [Dev Digest 162: AI careers, MCP, AWS best practices & floppy sweaters](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/571-dev-digest-162-ai-careers-mcp-aws-best-practices-floppy-sweaters) - [Dev Digest 164: AI Agents, AI Blindspots and MCP security problems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/578-dev-digest-164-ai-agents-ai-blindspots-and-mcp-security-problems)