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# Principal Network Architect (Global Data Center Environment

- **Company:** Nityo Infotech Corporation
- **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Link Aggregation (Ethernet), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Border Gateway Protocol, Cisco PIX, Cloud Computing, Data Centers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Routing, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Palo Alto Networks, Check Point Firewalls, Fortinet, Firepower, Terraform, Open Network Automation Platform, Vmware
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/da1a85e2-e883-4a3e-b37c-2219a67d5ef1

## About the Role

12+ years of enterprise network engineering/architecture experience
Strong expertise in BGP, OSPF, MP-BGP EVPN, VXLAN, VLANs, STP, Port-Channels/LACP
Hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus, Cisco ACI, Spine-Leaf architecture
Deep understanding of hybrid cloud networking and AWS networking services
Experience with Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA/Firepower, F5, Check Point firewalls
Experience with SD-WAN technologies (Viptela, Meraki, VeloCloud preferred)
Knowledge of Terraform, Ansible, Python, and network automation
Strong documentation and architecture design experience

Preferred Certifications:
CCIE / CCNP (Enterprise or Data Center)
AWS Solutions Architect Professional / Advanced Networking Specialty
JNCIE or VMware NSX certifications preferred

## Description

We are looking for a highly experienced Principal Network Architect with strong expertise in enterprise data center networking, hybrid cloud connectivity, and large-scale network modernization. The ideal candidate must have deep hands-on experience with BGP, OSPF, EVPN/VXLAN, Spine-Leaf architecture, Cisco ACI, firewalls, and AWS hybrid cloud networking., Design and architect enterprise-scale data center and hybrid cloud network solutions
Lead multi-site/global data center connectivity and modernization initiatives
Design Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VXLAN, Cisco ACI, and SDN-based architectures
Configure and troubleshoot BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VRFs, VLANs, STP, LACP, and routing policies
Architect AWS hybrid cloud connectivity using Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, VPN, and BGP routing
Work with firewalls, segmentation, Zero Trust, and secure network design principles
Develop HLDs, LLDs, migration plans, MOPs, and architecture standards
Lead complex migration and cutover activities with minimal downtime
Drive automation initiatives using Terraform, Ansible, Python, and APIs
Collaborate with security, cloud, infrastructure, and operations teams


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