Platform Architect

We are seeking an experienced Platform Architect for a 12+ month contract position based in Fort Worth, Texas. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in network security, connectivity, routing, firewall technologies, DNS management, and private networking to enable secure enterprise cloud deployments., * Design and architect secure network solutions aligned with organizational security policies and compliance requirements

• Implement and manage connectivity solutions across on-premises and cloud environments
• Configure and optimize routing protocols and network paths for performance and redundancy
• Deploy and manage Palo Alto Networks and Azure Firewall solutions for threat protection
• Design and implement DNS strategies for secure name resolution and traffic management
• Architect private networking solutions including virtual networks, subnets, and network segmentation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into secure network architecture
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to network engineering teams

Firewalls, Network Security, Network Routing, DNS (Domain Name System), Cloud Computing, Technical Leadership, Network Connectivity, Regulatory Compliance, Network Architecture/Engineering, Routing Protocols, * Required

• 5+ years of network security architecture experience
• Expertise in establishing and managing secure connections between on-premises and cloud environments using VPNs, ExpressRoute, and hybrid connectivity solutions
• Advanced knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), route optimization, and multi-path networking
• Hands-on experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Azure Firewall solutions
• Deep understanding of DNS architecture, security (DNSSEC), DNS filtering, and DNS-based threat prevention
• Experience designing and implementing private networks, network segmentation, and zero-trust network architectures
• Preferred
• Network security certifications (CISSP, CEH, or equivalent)