Network Architect

IT Resources; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

IT Resources is seeking an experienced Network Architect to design secure, resilient enterprise network solutions in a regulated environment. This contract-based role is based in Brandon, FL, onsite four days per week, with a pay rate of $80–$83/hour.

You will provide architectural oversight for LAN/WAN, cloud networking, and security, guiding technical direction across initiatives while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network architecture and enterprise solutions.
• Experience with routing protocols and IP addressing schemes.
• Ability to design secure architectures for regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and provide architectural oversight for enterprise LAN/WAN, cloud networking, wireless, routing and switching, IPAM, DNS, load balancing, VPNs, proxies, and related infrastructure.
• Develop network architectures aligned with business goals, tech strategy, security requirements, and industry standards.
• Architect secure network solutions using NAC, segmentation, ACLs, IDS, DMZ architecture, and zero-trust principles.
• Design components for major infra initiatives and provide technical direction during implementation.
• Support network automation, ISP connectivity, hyperconverged infrastructure, and other enterprise networking capabilities.
• Ensure network architecture and operations address regulatory and security requirements.

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS/DHCP

OSPF/BGP

Network security design

Zero-trust

NAC

DMZ architecture

Network segmentation

Regulatory compliance

Cloud networking

Job description

Network Architect We’re seeking an experienced Network Architect to design and guide secure, resilient enterprise network solutions. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone with deep network architecture experience who can provide technical leadership across traditional infrastructure, cloud networking, and network security while supporting a highly regulated environment.

• Pay Rate: $80–$83/hour
• Location: Brandon, FL, onsite 4 days per week
• Employment Type: 12-month contract

What You’ll Do

• Design and provide architectural oversight for enterprise LAN/WAN, cloud networking, wireless, routing and switching, IPAM, DNS, load balancing, VPNs, proxies, and related infrastructure.
• Develop network architectures that align with business objectives, technology strategy, security requirements, and industry standards.
• Architect secure network solutions using technologies and approaches such as network access control (NAC), segmentation, ACLs, intrusion detection, DMZ architecture, and zero-trust principles.
• Design network components for major infrastructure initiatives and provide technical direction throughout implementation.
• Support network automation, ISP connectivity, hyperconverged infrastructure, and other enterprise networking capabilities.
• Ensure network architecture and operations address applicable regulatory and security requirements.

Job Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in network architecture, including designing and implementing enterprise network solutions.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP.
• Experience designing network security solutions for critical infrastructure, preferably within the energy or electrical sector.
• Strong understanding of network segmentation, DMZ architecture, NAC, ACLs, and zero-trust security models.
• Familiarity with relevant security and compliance frameworks, including NERC CIP, PCI DSS, IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, and ISO/IEC 27001.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, CCNA, or CCNP are preferred.