Enterprise Network Architect – Cloud & Security

Ardent Health Services; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is seeking a Network Architect in Brentwood, TN, to lead strategic design and maintain secure, resilient enterprise network infrastructure. This role emphasizes collaboration across teams to implement innovative cloud solutions and cybersecurity practices.

Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of networking experience, especially in regulated industries, and expertise in Fortinet and Cisco technologies. The position offers opportunities for impactful work in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise networking, preferably in healthcare.
• 5+ years with Fortinet solutions including FortiGate firewalls.
• Experience designing and supporting cloud networks with platforms like Equinix.
• Strong knowledge of network automation and scripting.

Responsibilities

• Designs and supports enterprise-grade network infrastructure.
• Maintains up-to-date documentation of network architecture.
• Ensures high availability of critical network systems.
• Collaborates with teams on infrastructure projects and cloud migrations.

Skills

Enterprise networking experience

Cloud network design

Network security knowledge

Cisco technologies proficiency

Fortinet networking solutions

Education

Associates degree in Information Systems/Computer Science

Active CCNP

Tools

Python

Ansible

Wireshark

Job description

Ardent Health Services is seeking a Network Architect in Brentwood, TN, to lead strategic design and maintain secure, resilient enterprise network infrastructure. This role emphasizes collaboration across teams to implement innovative cloud solutions and cybersecurity practices.

Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of networking experience, especially in regulated industries, and expertise in Fortinet and Cisco technologies. The position offers opportunities for impactful work in a dynamic healthcare environment.