Network Architect

OpenArc, LLC.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenArc is seeking a Network Architect to oversee technology integrations and maintain network and security standards. You will represent complex network architectures with emphasis on performance, security, scalability, resiliency, and automation.

You will lead cross-functional teams to design secure network solutions, review environments, and drive improvements across multiple business units and technologies. A strong background in cloud and on-prem networking is required.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining enterprise networking platforms across diverse tech/business domains.
• Design ownership of architectural changes at the enterprise level.

Responsibilities

• Lead network design projects and translate requirements into plan for IT/business units with focus on security.
• Provide network reviews of environments and standards delivery to leadership.
• Integrate new/existing components safely into operating environment; drive efficiencies across units and tech.
• Define and implement network standards to strengthen security posture; automate key processes.

Skills

Enterprise networking

Network security

Cloud & on-premise

IT risk & change management

Network design & architecture

Cryptography

Policy & metrics publishing

Agile/SAFe

Stakeholder communication

Job description

OpenArc - Empowering Your Career. As a leading IT staffing firm, we are dedicated to connecting talented professionals with your ideal opportunities. We are currently seeking a qualified Network Architect to join our client’s organization and contribute to their ongoing success.

Job summary

The Network Architect will provide oversight for technology integrations and will help to maintain network and security standards. The Network Architect will be responsible for the safety and soundness of new and existing technical network platforms and will be expected to represent complex network architectures with a focus on network performance, security, scalability, resiliency, and automation.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage project team(s) in designing network solutions and translating network requirements into plans for both IT and business units, with a focus on network security
• Participate in the leadership group for the review committee and provide network reviews of technology environments and network standards delivery
• Lead the integration of new and existing technical components safely and soundly into the Bank’s operating environment
• Drive changes in the current network operating environment that lead to operational efficiencies and improvements across multiple business units and technologies
• Lead engagements with business units to define and integrate business requirements into the technology architecture landscape
• Drive implementation of network standards and practices to support a strong security posture
• Lead the design of network orchestration to automate key processes
• Lead and manage the network program’s Agile SAFE sprint planning activities
• Support teams in successfully delivering projects through established project management / SAFE agile processes
• Identify process and operational improvements to extract further value from existing network security investments and to meet dynamic compliance and regulatory needs

Requirements:

• Experience assisting in the maintenance, and management of enterprise networking platforms across a variety of technical and business disciplines
• Experience in design and ownership of architectural changes at the enterprise level
• Expertise in the demonstration of a strong working knowledge of network best practices, technology control frameworks and standards
• Strong experience in the knowledge of control activities in the areas of IT Risks, change management, computer operations, information security administration, and network administration.
• Expertise in the setup and delivery of network protocols, cryptography, and network security practices
• Demonstrated knowledge of current tools/practices for developing and publishing policies, procedures, metrics and other information
• Strong experience and working knowledge in network design in cloud platforms and on-premise
• Expert technical acumen in the areas of network security, network architecture, design and implementation
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, coordinate work assignments with management throughout the organization and reliably meet commitments

At OpenArc, we prioritize your career success and strive to build exceptional technical teams for our clients. By understanding your experience and aspirations, we ensure to present you with rewarding and fulfilling opportunities.

As an employee of OpenArc and our clients, you will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package.

OpenArc is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.