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# Network Security Architect

- **Company:** The Rockridge Group
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Vbscript, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Hyper-V, Internet Information Services (IIS), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Network Security, Routing, Network Service, OpenStack, Windows PowerShell, Service Pack, Microsoft SharePoint, SQL Databases, Web Hosting Services, Scripting, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Firewalls (Computer Science), Vmware
- **Published:** October 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/15_5846310489

## About the Role

* Typically a BA/BS, MBA or equivalent, with 10+ years of related experience
 * Heavy Microsoft architecture history required (AD, Exchange, Sharepoint, SQL)
 * Thorough virtualization and cloud experience (VMware, OpenStack, Hyper-V, KVM, etc.)
 * Experience with Silver Peak WAN appliances
 * Experience with Azure for Web Hosting
 * Experience with SIM tools
 * Scripting experience with VB script, shell, PowerShell, JavaScript, etc.
 * Thorough and proven knowledge of disaster recovery, backup and data protection concepts
 * Proven history of IT remediation of audit/legal/compliance recommendations
 * Solid understanding of routing and switching concepts
 * Experience with firewall and security appliances
 * Expert level knowledge of infrastructure services (DNS, FTP, IIS, etc.)
 * Advanced knowledge of security patching methodologies
 * Independent, energetic and a yearn to learn
 * Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
 * Some project management experience preferred
 * Corporate level communication skills required

## Description

* Architect and implement network communication and telephony solutions
 * Secure and harden the network, server, data and end user infrastructure
 * Architect and implement end user device solutions and applications (mobile, workstation, etc.)
 * Architect and implement the monitoring and capacity planning platforms of the systems, network, data and end user infrastructure
 * Create/manage technical reference documentation (policy, procedures, knowledgebase, etc.)
 * Provide senior level technical guidance and serve as an escalation point for engineering and development teams
 * Assist with evaluations and proof of concepts
 * Coordinate task deliverables with other project initiatives and teams
 * Provide regular (and ad-hoc) reports to leadership team and the business as needed


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