Network Architect

MACHINE LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES LLC; Florida; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MACHINE LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES LLC is seeking a Network Architect to lead enterprise network design and integration efforts. You will design and document LAN/WAN architectures, routing strategies, and security segmentation while coordinating with cybersecurity and OT teams to ensure secure, scalable connectivity for enterprise IT and plant environments.

The role emphasizes high availability, SD-WAN, and seamless migration planning.

Qualifications

• Experience in enterprise network architecture and design.
• Ability to plan migrations with minimal disruption.
• Coordination of multiple technical workstreams.
• Knowledge of OT/IT integration for power plants.

Responsibilities

• Site Network Assessment and document topology.
• Design target-state architecture and HLD/LLD.
• Define redundant connectivity and HA requirements.
• Coordinate with cybersecurity and OT security teams.

Skills

LAN/WAN architecture

Routing & Switching

TCP/IP/DNS/DHCP

VLANs & segmentation

BGP/OSPF

Network security

WAN/SD-WAN

High availability

Data center connectivity

OT/IT integration

Job description

Job Description

Job Overview

• Job ID: J53388
• Job Title: Network Architect
• Location: Palm Beach Garden, FL
• Duration: 12 Months + Extension
• Domain Exposure: Government
• Work Authorization: US Citizen,Green Card,OPT-EAD,CPT,H-1B,H4-EAD,L2-EAD,GC-EAD
• Client: To Be Discussed Later
• Employment Type: W-2, 1099, C2C

Role Descriptions

Enterprise Network Architecture and Design LAN/WAN architecture Routing and Switching TCP/IP| DNS| DHCP| NATVLANs and network segmentation BGP| OSPF and enterprise routing concepts Enterprise firewall architecture WAN / SD-WAN Network security High Availability and network resiliency Wireless network architecture IP addressing and subnetting Network discovery and assessment Data center/site connectivity Structured cabling and physical infrastructure Site migration and cutover planning Network troubleshooting and root-cause analysis HLD/LLD and network topology documentation Experience coordinating multiple technical workstreams.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Site Network Assessment Conduct detailed assessment of the existing power plant network infrastructure.
• Review routers| switches| firewalls| WAN connectivity| wireless infrastructure| network circuits| racks| patch panels| and physical cabling.
• Document the current-state network topology and identify technical gaps| risks| dependencies| and obsolete infrastructure.
• Target Network Architecture Design the target-state network architecture required to integrate the power plant into the enterprise environment.
• Develop HLD/LLD| network topology diagrams| connectivity requirements| IP addressing strategy| segmentation| redundancy| and resiliency requirements.
• LAN/WAN Architecture Design and validate enterprise LAN/WAN connectivity| including routing| switching| VLANs| WAN circuits| SD-WAN| and site connectivity.
• Define redundant connectivity and high-availability requirements for critical plant services.
• Network Security & Segmentation Work with cybersecurity and OT security teams to develop secure network segmentation between enterprise IT and plant/OT environments.
• Support firewall architecture| security zones| access requirements| and network-security controls.
• Ensure the migration adheres to applicable client security and infrastructure standards.
• OT/IT Integration Coordinate integration requirements between corporate IT infrastructure and power plant operational technology.
• Identify connectivity dependencies involving plant systems and other operational applications without introducing unnecessary dependencies between OT and enterprise networks.
• Site Migration Planning Develop the detailed network migration and cutover approach.
• Identify prerequisites| sequencing| dependencies| maintenance-window requirements| validation criteria| rollback requirements| and post-migration activities.
• Design the migration to minimize interruption to site operations
• .Physical Infrastructure & Cabling Assess structured cabling and physical network infrastructure.
• Identify requirements for fiber/copper cabling| patch panels| racks| network closets| equipment installation| labeling| and connectivity.
• Coordinate with field-services and cabling teams during implementation.
• Network Equipment & Configuration Design Define requirements

Essential Skills

Enterprise Network Architecture and Design LAN/WAN architecture Routing and Switching TCP/IP| DNS| DHCP| NATVLANs and network segmentation BGP| OSPF and enterprise routing concepts Enterprise firewall architecture WAN / SD-WAN Network security High Availability and network resiliency Wireless network architecture IP addressing and subnetting Network discovery and assessment Data center/site connectivity Structured cabling and physical infrastructure Site migration and cutover planning Network troubleshooting and root-cause analysisHLD/LLD and network topology documentation Experience coordinating multiple technical workstreams.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.