AKS / Platform Architect

Akaasa Technologies; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Akaasa Technologies seeks an experienced Network Security Architect to design, implement, and manage secure network infrastructure for enterprise cloud deployments. The role focuses on connectivity, routing, firewall technologies, DNS, and private networking to enable secure hybrid environments.

Ideal candidates will have deep expertise in Palo Alto and Azure Firewall solutions, DNS security, and zero-trust networking, with 5+ years in network security architecture.

Qualifications

• Connectivity: Secure hybrid connections between on-prem and cloud.
• Routing: Advanced routing protocols and multi-path optimization.
• DNS: Secure name resolution and DNS filtering.
• Private Networking: Segment networks and zero-trust concepts.
• Certs: CISSP/CEH or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design secure network solutions aligned with security policies and compliance.
• Implement and manage connectivity across on-prem and cloud environments.
• Configure routing protocols for performance and redundancy.
• Deploy Palo Alto and Azure Firewall protections.
• Design DNS strategies for security and traffic management.
• Architect private networks with subnets and segmentation.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to network engineering teams.

Skills

Connectivity

Routing

Palo Alto / Azure Firewall

DNS

Private Networking

Network security certifications

Tools

Palo Alto Networks

Azure Firewall

Job description

Title: AKS / Platform Architect

Location: Mainly remote but want local candidates as they may need to go onsite periodically.

Address is 1 Skyview Dr, Fort Worth, Texas, 76155, United States

Interview Process: Insight

Start: ASAP

We are seeking an experienced Network Security Architect to design, implement, and manage secure network infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in connectivity, routing, firewall technologies, DNS management, and private networking to enable secure enterprise cloud deployments.

Key Responsibilities

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

Required Skills & Experience

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

Physical Requirements

The successful candidate must be able to sit for extended periods, use a computer workstation, and participate in video conferences. Ability to travel for client meetings and training sessions (up to 25% annually) is required.

Interview Conduct Policy

All interviews will be conducted in accordance with Insight's fair and equitable hiring practices. The following conduct is strictly prohibited:

Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, chatbots, or automated systems to answer interview questions or provide responses Reliance on AI-generated content or answers during any stage of the interview process Use of external AI assistance to supplement or enhance interview performance

Consequence

Any candidate found using AI tools or automated systems during the interview process will have their interview immediately terminated, and they will be disqualified from further consideration for this position.