Network Architect

SRI Tech Solutions Inc.; Buffalo (NY); Vor Ort; USD 150.000 - 200.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

SRI Tech Solutions Inc. is seeking a Lead Network & Security Engineer (L3 Architect) to drive enterprise networking and security operations in the Buffalo area.

You will lead architecture reviews, complex L3 troubleshooting, and cross-functional initiatives across Cisco, Fortinet, and Palo Alto environments. The role requires hands-on experience with Nexus/NX-OS, SD-WAN, VPNs, and automation, with a strong focus on change management and documentation.

Qualifikationen

• 10-12 years of networking experience, including 3-4 years in L3 or architect-level roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco IOS/XE, NX-OS, and Nexus platforms.
• Expertise in Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto firewalls.
• Strong knowledge of OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, SD-WAN, VPNs, and HA.
• Experience with SolarWinds or equivalent monitoring and discovery tools.
• Working knowledge of Python, Bash, or EEM automation.
• CCNA certification or equivalent hands-on experience.

Aufgaben

• Lead network and firewall assessments across Fortinet and Palo Alto environments.
• Resolve complex L3 issues involving routing, switching, VPNs, QoS, NAT, ACLs, and performance.
• Support Cisco Nexus, NX-OS, VPC, VXLAN/EVPN, and high-availability architectures.
• Review firewall policies, SD-WAN, network security, and segmentation.
• Manage SolarWinds monitoring, network discovery, and troubleshooting.
• Lead network migrations, upgrades, major changes, and change management.
• Develop network standards, documentation, runbooks, and configuration templates.
• Mentor L1/L2 engineers and serve as the final technical escalation point.

Kenntnisse

L3 Architecture

Networking operations

Cisco IOS/XE/NX-OS

Fortinet FortiGate

Palo Alto

Python/Bash automation

Change management

Mentoring engineers

Ausbildung

CCNA certification or equivalent

Tools

SolarWinds

Jobbeschreibung

Lead Network & Security Engineer (L3 Architect)

Full Time

Position Overview

Lead enterprise network and security operations, L3 troubleshooting, architecture reviews, and infrastructure assessments. Provide technical expertise across Cisco data center networking, Fortinet and Palo Alto firewalls, network optimization, and automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead network and firewall assessments across Fortinet and Palo Alto environments.


• Resolve complex L3 issues involving routing, switching, VPNs, QoS, NAT, ACLs, and performance.


• Support Cisco Nexus, NX-OS, VPC, VXLAN/EVPN, and high-availability architectures.


• Review firewall policies, SD-WAN, network security, and segmentation.


• Manage SolarWinds monitoring, network discovery, and troubleshooting.


• Lead network migrations, upgrades, major changes, and change management.


• Develop network standards, documentation, runbooks, and configuration templates.


• Mentor L1/L2 engineers and serve as the final technical escalation point.

Required Qualifications

• 10-12 years of networking experience, including 3-4 years in L3 or architect-level roles.


• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco IOS/XE, NX-OS, and Nexus platforms.


• Expertise in Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto firewalls.


• Strong knowledge of OSPF, BGP, VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, SD-WAN, VPNs, and HA.


• Experience with SolarWinds or equivalent monitoring and discovery tools.


• Working knowledge of Python, Bash, or EEM automation.


• CCNA certification or equivalent hands-on experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fortinet NSE 4 or higher certification.


• Experience with Aruba Wireless, Extreme Networks, or Juniper.