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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Architect - **Company:** Harvey Nash - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $180,000.0 - $200,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Complex Networks, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Networking Hardware, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Installation Services, Routing, Zero Trust Network Access, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, Enterprise Data Management, Network Routers, Cloud Platform System, Firewalls (Computer Science), Enterprise Integration, Hardware Infrastructure, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us4218e888a989740e119525b5a5756a66 ## About the Role * Strong enterprise networking background with expert-level knowledge of network architecture and data networking theory. * Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, LAN/WAN, VPN, DNS, DHCP, and directory services. * Advanced experience with routing protocols and routing optimization. * Hands-on experience with enterprise firewalls, routers, switches, and network security technologies. * Strong experience designing and implementing AWS and GCP cloud networking. * Experience integrating cloud-native networking with enterprise data centers and security infrastructure. * Strong understanding of network security, cryptography, Zero Trust, and secure network architecture. * Proven experience supporting M&A network integration and infrastructure standardization. * Experience designing infrastructure for business continuity, disaster recovery, and cyber recovery. * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with technical teams, architects, and business stakeholders. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to design, standardize, and govern enterprise network infrastructure across LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls, routers, switches, and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in enterprise networking, cloud networking, network security, M&A integrations, disaster recovery, and advanced troubleshooting., * Define, develop, review, and approve network installation and implementation standards across LAN, WAN, VPN, firewalls, routers, switches, and related network devices. * Lead M&A network integration activities, including network assessments, analysis of acquired environments, gap analysis, standardization, and development of project timelines. * Design and implement highly resilient network infrastructure supporting business continuity, disaster recovery, and cyber-recovery exercises. * Serve as a Network SME and strategic consultant to business and technology stakeholders. * Provide Level 3 escalation support for complex network, security, and operational incidents. * Perform advanced troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, event analysis, and remediation of complex network issues. * Participate in an on-call rotation and provide support for critical production environments. * Architect secure connectivity between enterprise data centers, on-premises infrastructure, and public cloud environments. * Design and optimize routing architectures and manipulate routing metrics and protocols to achieve desired traffic flow and resiliency. * Design secure cloud networking solutions using native technologies within AWS and GCP alongside enterprise firewalls and security platforms. * Establish and enforce network security architecture based on security protocols, cryptography, Zero Trust principles, and defense-in-depth. * Proactively identify network vulnerabilities, attack vectors, and potential points of compromise and implement appropriate security controls. ## Related Videos - [Demystifying application networking in the cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/675-demystifying-application-networking-in-the-cloud) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Embracing the Hybrid Cloud: Unlocking Success with Open Source Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/883-embracing-the-hybrid-cloud-unlocking-success-with-open-source-technologies) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [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) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [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) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)