Technical DMZ Network Architect

Role Summary
This position involves designing and implementing complex network solutions with a focus on DMZ, SASE, and cloud architectures. The role requires developing high-level and detailed designs, ensuring security compliance, and supporting integration across various network environments. It is ideal for a self-starter with extensive experience in network infrastructure, security, and cloud connectivity, capable of leading projects and collaborating across teams to achieve strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Define and contribute to the architectural vision and solution design for network environments, including DMZ, remote access, SDWAN, hosting, B2B, and VPN infrastructure.
• Create high-level and low-level network design documents, ensuring solutions align with security standards and operational needs.
• Evaluate and assess design submissions for security compliance and technical viability.
• Lead technical discussions, troubleshoot solutions, and guide requestors through complex challenges to complete designs.
• Serve as a liaison between security teams and engineering/operations, escalating issues as needed.
• Manage and coordinate assigned networking projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to company objectives.
• Maintain expertise in network protocols, security technologies, and network monitoring tools to support solution development.
• Collaborate across business, operations, and technology teams to create architectural roadmaps supporting product and service evolution.
• Support the development of best practices, standard templates, and architectural standards for network environments.
• Stay current with industry trends related to cloud, security, and network automation to inform architectural strategies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industry experience with a focus on network architecture, security, and cloud integration.
• Extensive knowledge of next-generation firewalls, Cisco Nexus, Arista, Fortinet, and related networking hardware.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), VPN, MPLS, and network security principles.
• Proven experience working with cloud provider environments such as MS Azure, AWS, and GCP.
• Familiarity with network automation tools and scripting languages like Python, Ansible, and Terraform.
• Ability to lead complex projects, troubleshoot multi-vendor solutions, and manage multiple priorities.
• Relevant education, training, certifications, or equivalent practical experience.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to document technical solutions clearly.

Publishing Pay Range: $140,000 – $185,000 annually
This position offers a hybrid schedule, with time split between the office and remote work.