Lead Network Architect

Humana Inc; Remote; USD 129,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider is seeking a Lead Network Architect to design and implement advanced network solutions. This role involves overseeing the engineering and planning of network infrastructure and implementing state-of-the-art technologies. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with infrastructure and project leadership, alongside a passion for enhancing consumer experiences. This position allows for remote work, based in Little Rock, Arkansas, with occasional travel required.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Flexible paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Qualifications

• 8+ years of infrastructure experience.
• 2+ years in project leadership roles.
• Experience in integrating new technologies.
• Passionate about improving consumer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver solutions for future network infrastructure.
• Design and implement network systems.
• Manage technology vendors and service providers.
• Support management of Network OpEx budget.

Skills

Network design

Project leadership

Infrastructure experience

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or 8 years of equivalent experience

Master's Degree in a Technical Field

Job description

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The Lead Network Architect designs and develops IT infrastructure architecture solutions to business problems in alignment with the enterprise architecture direction and standards. The Lead Network Architect works on problems of diverse scope and complexity ranging from moderate to substantial.

The Lead, Network Architect develops and evaluates network performance criteria and measurement methods. Prepares the analysis of the short-term or long-term capacity needs for switching, routing transmission and signaling. Conducts network architecture design, feasibility and cost studies. Develops alternative routing scenarios and changes in required sequence of network activities. Conducts economic and population growth studies to determine impact on network capacity and development plan projections. Advises executives to develop functional strategies (often segment specific) on matters of significance. Exercises independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks, and works under minimal supervision, Uses independent judgment requiring analysis of variable factors and determining the best course of action.

Responsibilities

Humana is seeking a Lead Network Architect who will deliver solutions for the future of the company. This is an exciting opportunity for forward-looking technology leaders to make key contributions to the evolution and transformation of the company’s networks toward next-generation technologies. This is a critical role within Humana’s IT organization responsible for the engineering and design, planning, implementation, and establishment of operational and maintenance programs to deliver best-in‑class next generation network infrastructure. This includes optimizing all aspects of network eco‑system, including performance, resiliency, availability, resource utilization and innovation. This person will provide network design, engineering and administrative support of both physical and virtual networking devices within our SDI environments. This person will be responsible for leveraging state-of-the-art networking technologies, including virtualization and software-defined networking (SDN), to develop and deliver a robust, scalable, network eco‑system. He/she will work with various leaders across the enterprise to coordinate network solutions to meet challenges of technology, regulatory, security, and competitive conditions.

Scope will include the following areas of concentration

• Partnering with internal and external business groups to develop technical solutions to meet business objectives.
• Network fabric for the internal Data Centers / Private Cloud platforms supporting multiple software defined network overlay technologies.
• Planning, designing, and deploying new LAN/WAN network infrastructure and connectivity.
• Overseeing and performing administration, configuration, and monitoring of all network equipment (switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers, VPN concentrators, etc.).
• Support the elimination of existing datacenter dependencies to enable cloud/fastest-path access.
• End-point device connectivity architecture & implementations.
• Remote site and campus network technology to support SD-WAN implementations.
• Internal company wireless connectivity.
• WAN circuit topology and telco/carrier technical integration.
• L4 Troubleshooting & resolving network issues and outages.
• Define, documenting, and enforcing network standards.
• Increasing knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Team mentorship and support.

Team Lead responsibilities for these areas of concentration include, but are not limited to

• Manage vendors and service providers encompassing but not limited to negotiations, licensing, adherence to service level agreements, and ensuring all support and maintenance contracts and services are up-to-date and providing appropriate coverage.
• Obsolescence - Work to consolidate or replace legacy technologies with newer services, hardware and applications that drive continuous improvement and mitigate cybersecurity and resiliency risks.
• Support the management of Network OpEx budget and make recommendations for future budget forecasting and planning needs.
• Communicate status updates to Manager of IT and other Senior business leaders where necessary.
• Research and recommend new technologies and solutions to meet business needs.
• Design for new solutions.
• Standard solution configuration.
• Technology roadmap development, management, and maintenance.
• Documenting and updating all network infrastructure and supported business processes.
• Capacity and performance planning.
• Integration with related infrastructure engineering efforts.
• Alignment and integration with information security requirements.
• Definition and development of operational KPIs and metrics.
• Disaster recovery/business continuity integration.
• Continuous knowledge and skills improvement.
• Assist in motivating and growing the Network Engineering team to its next level of maturity, agility (NetDevOps) and scalability. Help build foundation and help define capabilities and processes to address network needs in tactical and strategic terms.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 8 years of experience in a Lead Network Engineering or above role
• 8 or more years of infrastructure experience
• 2 or more years of project leadership experience
• Experience integrating new technologies with existing technologies
• Experience implementing technologies with enterprise-wide impact
• Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a Technical Field

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Work-At-Home Requirements

• WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.
• A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required.
• Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role.
• A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$129,300 - $177,800 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 03-26-2026

About us

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

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