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Location: Phoenix, AZ Description: Our client is currently seeking a Network Architect for a Perm/Direct Hire opportunity.
Job Description:The Network Architect will provide Consulting, Design, and Support Services for all STS clients. This includes meeting with clients and/or STS peers to design network solutions based on user/client needs, cost, and required integration with existing network infrastructure. The Network Architect is responsible for network design and support across multiple data centers and will include the development of Architectural Standards and Operational Run Books with the purpose to transition day-to-day responsibilities to the Network Operations team. This role is also responsible for planning future changes to the environment to increase functionality, improve efficiencies, support refresh cycles, and/or reduce operational costs. The position requires staying on top of the industry trend and new technologies for the network architecture.- Lead technical discussions required to support the Enterprise Network Infrastructure (Local and Wide Area Network) design needs. This includes defining requirements and creating a design, ensuring feasibility, functionality, and integration with existing and potential new systems/configurations.
- Provide leadership with recommendations that designate a specific direction for the architecture in terms of design, standards, implementation, operations, and maintenance. These recommendations will be documented listing out costs, advantages, and disadvantages, as well as results from any Proof-of-Concept exercises, completed.
- Research and track new technologies. Develop a roadmap for the Enterprise network infrastructure that will include plans to enhance functionality, replace end-of-life infrastructure, and/or increase operational efficiencies and reduce cost.
- Plan the installation and implementation of various Enterprise network infrastructures. This includes developing an implementation plan, identifying resource requirements, and developing support documentation. In addition, the Network Architect is responsible for training and mentoring team members on the skills required to support the implementation plan and operational support needs.
- Acts as an escalation point in troubleshooting Network infrastructure issues.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 10+ years' experience with Routing Protocols (BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, etc.), Network Protocols (TCP/IP, MPLS, iSCSI and Fiber Channel), QoS, Network Management, Routers, Switches, Security/Firewalls, Load Balancers, NX-OS
- Demonstrated expertise in industry-standard design principles and best practices
- Demonstrated expertise using Microsoft Office Suite( Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio)
- A Bachelor's Degree in computer science, math, or a related field
- 3+ years' experience in an Architect related role, Storage, Server/Platform, Backups
- 1+ years' experience in the Financial Services industry
- We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas.
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