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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Architect - **Company:** Targa Resources - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Data Centers, Github, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), IT Management, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Network Programming, Routing, Wide Area Networks, Wi-Fi Technology, Network Routing, Load Balancing, Computer Network Technologies, Firewalls (Computer Science), Wireless Technologies, Operational Systems, Restful APIs, Cisco - **Published:** June 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/cf98ea0d-9a78-40b0-b6c4-96b48ce51a09 ## About the Role * A minimum of 8+ years in networking, with at least three of those leading network design projects * Ability to work well on cross-functional teams and reliably complete assigned action items * Ability to effectively communicate/coordinate w/ key stakeholders when implementing network changes * Ability to effectively communicate with leadership on ongoing projects and advise on strategic decisions * Experience working on DMZ environments and solid technical knowledge of load balancers and firewalls * Experience creating and deploying enterprise-wide network routing designs * Experience designing and deploying enterprise solutions for Wi-Fi * Experience w/ datacenter architectures involving VXLAN leaf/spine * Experience supporting operational technology (OT) systems and protocols commonly used in the oil and gas industry (e.g., SCADA, PLCs) * Understanding of OT cybersecurity frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST 800-82, Purdue Model for ICS) * Regular and reliable attendance PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS: * Cisco professional or expert level certifications, or IT related bachelor's degree is a plus * Understanding of network programming technologies (Python, REST, GitHub, JSON, etc.) a plus ## Description Targa Resources is looking for a Network Architect to join the Network Shared Services team with the focus on designing and implementing core network solutions. This role provides the opportunity to work with a wide range of network technologies within routing, switching, firewalls, load balancing, and wireless. The role also involves evaluating, advising, collaborating with other subject matter experts and meeting with Enterprise Architect Review Board team members on the latest technology trends. This Network Architect will play a key role in developing/deploying solutions that improve Targa's network security as well as address changing needs within the business. The skills that are required to have success in this role include strong collaboration and communication skills, as well as a deep technical understanding of the network technologies used by Targa., * Gather requirements from business units, Information Security, and IT/OT infrastructure groups * Lead efforts to evaluate new technologies and select new technology vendors * Develop new network designs/architectures with input from technical peers * Deploy/implement network solutions for LAN/WAN, firewall, load balancing, and wireless technologies * Create design documentation such as as-built diagrams and descriptions of network standards/processes * Assist with creating documentation for purposes of budgeting and presentations to IT leadership * Act as highest escalation point for troubleshooting issues within the network infrastructure * Other duties as assigned ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Bringing AI Model Testing and Prompt Management to Your Codebase with GitHub Models](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1536-bringing-ai-model-testing-and-prompt-management-to-your-codebase-with-github-models) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)