Network Engineer/Architect

PlanIT Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PlanIT Group in the United States is seeking a Network Engineer/Architect to design, build, and operate a secure, scalable enterprise network that supports a cloud‑first strategy and a hybrid workforce.

You will serve as the technical authority for connectivity, network security, and standards, partnering with Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud, and End User Computing teams to ensure reliable, high‑performing services across offices, data centers, and cloud environments.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years in enterprise networking and infrastructure roles.
• Proven experience as Network Architect or Senior Network Engineer in a complex environment.
• Hands-on expertise with SD-WAN, firewalls, VPNs, routing/switching, and cloud networking (Azure).
• Experience supporting hybrid workforces and multi-site enterprise environments.
• Exposure to carve-outs, integrations, or M&A activity preferred.
• Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder engagement.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant certifications (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Azure Networking) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain enterprise network architecture including LAN, WAN, SD‑WAN, Wi‑Fi, VPN, and cloud connectivity.
• Establish architecture standards, roadmaps, and security controls for routing, switching, and zero‑trust networking.
• Architect, implement, and support enterprise network solutions across offices, data centers, and cloud.
• Support Microsoft‑centric environments (Azure, M365, Intune) with secure connectivity.
• Oversee monitoring, performance tuning, high availability, and incident response.
• Ensure redundancy, failover, and disaster recovery are tested and maintained.
• Act as escalation point for complex network issues and incidents.
• Drive configuration, change, and lifecycle management best practices.
• Partner with CISO on IAM integration, firewall policies, and secure remote access.
• Support regulatory/compliance requirements (SOC 2, ISO 27001, SEC, GDPR, NYDFS).
• Lead carve‑outs and M&A network integration activities with repeatable playbooks.
• Manage vendors and MSPs; optimize cost and SLA performance.

Skills

SD-WAN

Firewalls

VPNs

Azure networking

Routing & Switching

Cloud connectivity

Documentation

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Equivalent experience

Tools

Cisco

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Azure Networking

Job description

Network Engineer/Architect

Seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer/Architect to design, build, and operate a secure, resilient, and scalable enterprise network environment. This role is critical to supporting our modern cloud‑first strategy, hybrid workforce, and ongoing growth initiatives, including carve‑outs and future M&A integrations. The Network Engineer/Architect will serve as the technical authority for connectivity, networking standards, and network security, partnering closely with Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud, and End User Computing teams to ensure reliable and high‑performing services across the firm.

Key Responsibilities

Network Architecture & Engineering

• Design and maintain enterprise network architecture, including LAN, WAN, SD‑WAN, Wi‑Fi, VPN, cloud connectivity (Azure), and telephony/network integrations.
• Establish architecture standards, documentation, and roadmaps for routing, switching, segmentation, firewalling, and zero‑trust networking.
• Architect, implement, and support enterprise network solutions across corporate offices, data centers, and cloud environments.
• Support Microsoft‑centric environments (Azure, M365, Intune) with secure and optimized connectivity.

Operations & Reliability

• Oversee network monitoring, performance tuning, high availability, and incident response.
• Ensure redundancy, failover, and disaster recovery capabilities are tested and maintained.
• Act as an escalation point for complex network issues and incidents.
• Drive configuration, change, and lifecycle management best practices.

Security & Compliance

• Partner with the CISO organization on IAM integration, firewall policies, endpoint connectivity, and secure remote access.
• Support regulatory and compliance requirements (SOC 2, ISO 27001, SEC, GDPR, NYDFS).

Carve‑Outs & M&A

• Execute network separation and integration activities aligned to carve‑out timelines.
• Lead network‑related activities for carve‑outs, separations, and M&A integrations, including developing repeatable playbooks.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage network service providers, ISPs, telecom vendors, and MSPs, including day‑to‑day Technology operations and vendor relationships.
• Drive SLA performance, cost optimization, and vendor consolidation where appropriate.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure, Service Desk, Cloud, and End User Computing teams to deliver seamless employee experiences.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in enterprise networking and infrastructure roles.
• Proven experience as a Network Architect or Senior Network Engineer in a complex environment.
• Deep hands‑on expertise with SD‑WAN, firewalls, VPNs, routing/switching, and cloud networking (Azure).
• Experience supporting hybrid workforces and multi‑site enterprise environments.
• Exposure to carve‑outs, integrations, or M&A activity strongly preferred.
• Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Azure Networking) are a plus.