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# Network Security Architect

- **Company:** Conduent, Inc.
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $124,509.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Cisco Routers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Wireless Access Point, Wi-Fi Technology, Load Balancing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology
- **Published:** June 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/1366d177-2f9c-4190-b1a1-0f653faee087

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience.
 * Experience working as a Network Architect in a large enterprise environment.
 * At least five years of hands-on experience with:
 + Palo Alto firewalls
 + Global Protect VPN/Prisma Access
 + Cisco routers and switches
 + Load balancers (F5)
 + Azure
 + Wi-Fi access points, * Palo Alto PCNSE or Next-Generation Firewall Engineer certification
 * Azure certification
 * Experience with automating tasks using Python

## Description

* Design and implement robust and efficient network architecture solutions on Palo Alto firewalls, F5 load balancers, Meraki, and Azure.
 * Maintain and update architecture documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
 * Create and distribute SOPs for core architecture.
 * Identify areas of opportunity to enhance processes and methodologies.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
 * Participate in project planning sessions, daily stand-ups, and backlog meetings to track progress and address issues.
 * Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.


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