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# Network Architect

- **Company:** Learn Beyond Consulting LLC
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** IEEE 802.1X, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cisco IOS, Cisco Routers, Computer Networks, IP Addressing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Local Area Networks, Network Architecture, Network Installation Services, Network Segmentation, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Networks, Computer Networking Systems, Identity Services Engine, Firewalls (Computer Science), Fortinet, Cloud Integration, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e6d8b3b8-9611-4d0c-9f3d-3346fda3084a

## About the Role

The role requires strong Cisco networking expertise, hands-on migration experience, and the ability to lead field engineers and technicians during network deployments and site cutovers., * 8+ years of enterprise network engineering experience.

 * Strong Cisco IOS/IOS-XE and Cisco SD-WAN expertise.
 * Hands-on experience designing and delivering enterprise network migrations.
 * Strong knowledge of BGP, OSPF, WAN, and LAN.
 * Experience with Cisco ISE and 802.1X.
 * Azure networking and cloud connectivity.
 * Python and Ansible automation.
 * Experience leading field engineers and managing site cutovers.
 * Willingness to travel.

Preferred Skills

 * CCNP certification.
 * AWS networking.
 * Enterprise wireless design and site surveys.
 * Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Cisco Meraki experience.

## Description

We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to lead enterprise network migration and integration projects, transitioning acquired companies' WAN, LAN, campus, and remote-site connectivity into the parent organization's standardized Cisco SD-WAN infrastructure., * Assess existing network infrastructure, including circuits, carriers, firewalls, wireless, and IP addressing.

 * Design and implement Cisco SD-WAN architecture and interim VPN connectivity.
 * Plan network migrations, resolve overlapping IP addressing, and manage multi-site cutovers.
 * Configure and deploy Cisco routers, switches, and network infrastructure.
 * Manage BGP, OSPF, Cisco IOS, and IOS-XE environments.
 * Lead migration from existing Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Meraki infrastructure.
 * Implement network segmentation, security controls, Cisco ISE, and 802.1X.
 * Deliver Azure network connectivity and cloud integration.
 * Lead on-site engineers and field technicians during deployments.
 * Use Python and Ansible for network automation.
 * Travel to locations for infrastructure migrations and critical cutovers.