Principal Network Architect - Boca Raton, FL - onsite!

Job Juncture; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking a Principal Network Architect for an on-site role in Boca Raton, FL. The ideal candidate will lead design and implementation of complex enterprise networking, security, and cloud solutions for enterprise clients within an MSP context.

This senior, hands-on leadership position requires deep architectural expertise, exceptional client-facing communication, and the ability to act as a trusted technical advisor.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of network architecture and design experience.
• 5+ years in a senior or technical leadership role.
• Experience in professional services, consulting, or MSP environments.
• Hands-on expertise with Cisco SDN and Cisco Nexus.
• Experience with VMware NSX, Azure and AWS.
• Experience designing large-scale enterprise infrastructure.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• Strong client-facing communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement scalable, secure enterprise networking, cloud, and cybersecurity solutions.
• Lead client projects from architecture and design through implementation.
• Serve as a senior technical advisor translating business needs into technology solutions.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership and troubleshoot complex infrastructure.
• Lead architectural reviews, client consultations, and technical presentations.
• Mentor engineers and establish architectural standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, PM, and sales on delivery and new opportunities.

Skills

Network architecture

Senior leadership

MSP experience

Cisco SDN

Cisco Nexus

VMware NSX

Azure

AWS

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Job description

Salary: $130,000 - $145,000 per year

Posted: October 25 2026

Relocation Assistance: Not Available

Principal Network Architect - Boca Raton, FL - onsite!

Position Overview

Our client, an established Managed Services Provider (MSP), is seeking a highly experienced Principal Network Architect to lead the design and implementation of complex enterprise network, security, and cloud solutions.

This is a senior-level, hands-on technical leadership role requiring deep architectural expertise, strong consulting skills, and the ability to serve as a trusted technical advisor to enterprise clients.

Architect and implement scalable, secure enterprise networking, cloud, and cybersecurity solutions.

Lead complex client projects from architecture and design through successful implementation.

Serve as a senior technical advisor to clients, translating business requirements into effective technology solutions.

Provide hands-on technical leadership, troubleshoot complex infrastructure challenges, and take ownership of solution outcomes.

Lead technical presentations, architectural reviews, and client consultations.

Mentor engineers and establish architectural standards and best practices.

Collaborate with engineering, project management, and sales teams on solution delivery, technical proposals, and new business opportunities.

Required Qualifications

15+ years of network architecture and design experience, including 5+ years in a senior or technical leadership role.

Proven experience in a professional services, consulting, or MSP environment.

Advanced, hands-on expertise with:

Cisco Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Cisco Nexus

VMware NSX

Microsoft Azure and AWS

Extensive experience designing and implementing large-scale, complex enterprise infrastructure solutions.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Exceptional client-facing communication, consulting, problem-solving, and technical leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert.

AWS Certified Solutions Architect.

Ideal Candidate: A CCIE-certified, hands-on Principal Architect with deep Cisco networking, cloud, and security expertise who can lead complex client engagements, advise executive stakeholders, and deliver sophisticated enterprise solutions.