Network Infrastructure Architect

KamisPro; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Onsite 1 day per week

Job summary

KamisPro in Atlanta seeks an accomplished Network Infrastructure Architect to design and lead enterprise network architecture across multiple sites, including WAN, LAN, wireless, SD‑WAN, and cloud connectivity.

You will manage vendor relationships, drive security controls, and collaborate with infrastructure, security, cloud, and application teams to deliver resilient, cost‑effective solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years enterprise network architecture experience.
• Multi-site enterprise environment experience.
• Expertise in WAN/LAN, VLAN design, and network segmentation.
• Cloud networking on AWS/Azure knowledge.
• Hands-on Meraki networking experience.
• Experience with Next-Gen Firewalls and NAC.
• Carrier services and VPN technologies experience.
• Vendor management and executive communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, lead implementation of enterprise network architecture across multiple sites.
• Lead LAN/WAN, wireless, SD-WAN and cloud-connected solutions deployment.
• Design VLAN architecture and routing protocols.
• Manage circuits, carrier services, and connectivity across locations.
• Liaise with telecom providers, including AT&T.
• Evaluate vendor recommendations for cost-effective solutions.
• Architect and support firewall environments and security controls.
• Lead wireless deployments and optimization.
• Drive network security initiatives and compliance.
• Develop network standards, diagrams, and procedures.
• Collaborate with infra, security, cloud, and application teams.
• Troubleshoot complex network/security issues and provide guidance.
• Participate in capacity planning, DR and BCP.
• Advise leadership on risks and trade-offs.
• Present architectural recommendations to non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Network architecture

VLAN design

WAN/LAN infra

Firewalls & security

Cloud networking

Meraki

Vendor management

Wireless networks

Capacity planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT/CS

CCNP/CCIE

CISSP

Tools

Meraki dashboard

AWS

Azure

Job description

This is a 12-month contract (with option for renewal) and is hybrid (1-2 days in office) to downtown Atlanta. No C2C candidates will be considered.

We are seeking an experienced Network Infrastructure Architect to design, lead implementation of, and support enterprise network infrastructure statewide, as well as cloud-based services. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in network architecture, wireless technologies, circuits, VLANs, firewalls, and network security solutions. While most hands-on configuration will be performed by vendors, this role requires a technical leader who direct the hands‑on efforts, can effectively manage vendor relationships, challenge recommendations when necessary, and ensure the organization's network infrastructure aligns with business and security requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, lead implementation of, and maintain enterprise-wide network architecture supporting multiple sites and facilities.
• Lead the planning and deployment of LAN, WAN, wireless, SD-WAN, and cloud-connected network solutions.
• Design and manage network segmentation strategies, including VLAN architecture and routing protocols.
• Support and optimize network circuits, carrier services, and connectivity across multiple locations.
• Serve as a primary technical liaison with telecommunications providers, including AT&T and other vendors.
• Evaluate vendor recommendations and push back when necessary to ensure cost-effective and technically sound solutions.
• Architect, configure, and support enterprise firewall environments and network security controls.
• Design and support wireless network solutions, including enterprise Wi-Fi deployments and optimization.
• Lead network security initiatives, vulnerability remediation, and compliance efforts.
• Develop network standards, documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, cloud, and application resources on enterprise technology initiatives.
• Troubleshoot complex network and security issues and provide architectural guidance for remediation.
• Participate in capacity planning, disaster recovery, and business continuity initiatives.
• Advise leadership on infrastructure decisions, risks, and tradeoffs.
• Develop and present architectural recommendations and project status in clear, non-technical terms.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of enterprise network architecture experience
• Strong experience supporting multi-site enterprise environments
• Extensive knowledge of:
• WAN/LAN infrastructure
• Circuit provisioning and carrier services
• VLAN design and network segmentation including application-based
• Experience with cloud networking platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Hands-on experience with Meraki networking solutions
• Strong expertise with:
• Next-Generation Firewalls
• Network Access Control
• VPN Technologies
• Experience implementing network security solutions that manage or block application traffic through both:
• Layer 7 Application Firewalls
• Traditional Network Firewalls utilizing IP and port-based controls
• Experience working directly with telecommunications carriers, particularly AT&T.
• Proven ability to influence vendors and challenge technical recommendations when appropriate.
• Excellent executive verbal and written communication skills, including ability to advise leadership on complex technical topics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or related field.
• Industry certifications such as:
• Cisco CCNP or CCIE
• Meraki Certification
• CISSP
• Experience with state or local government technology organizations.
• Hybrid work schedule with one day per week onsite in Atlanta, GA.
• Support and occasional travel to multiple agency facilities may be required.
• Ability to participate in planned maintenance activities outside normal business hours as needed.