Principal Network Architect (Cloud Architect)

ZipRecruiter; Oxon Hill (MD); Remote; USD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Principal Network Architect to lead the design and architecture of secure and reliable network systems. This role involves collaborating with technical teams to develop strategies that support organizational goals and enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cloud architecture and a strong background in network management. Join a dynamic team committed to transforming environments and empowering clients through technology. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in network architecture and design.
• Expertise in cloud architecture and management.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level architectural expertise to managers and technical staff.
• Develop architectural products and deliverables for the organization.

Skills

Cloud Architecture and Design

Management Architecture and Design

DNS and LDAP Architecture and Design

Active Directory Architecture and Design

Education

BS/BA degree in related field

Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Job description

Job Description

Job Title/Level

Principal Network Architect (Cloud Architect)

Location

100% Remote

Salary

$160,000 - $175,000 annually

Schedule

Full Time

Clearance

Able to obtain Public Trust & US Citizenship

Covid Vaccination

As a condition of employment, employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination.

Company Overview

WhirlWind is on a mission to help each client succeed by using our management consulting and technology expertise. We design, build, and manage secure environments that support data-driven decision making and data-powered products. Our services transform governments and enhance the lives of citizens.

Our people are driven and committed to our mission. If you want to join a team of rock stars who do incredible, purposeful work, and have fun doing it, come thrive with us and be one of the heroes behind our success. We offer an attractive benefits package including a competitive base salary.

Position Overview

WhirlWind Technologies, LLC is seeking an experienced Principal Network Architect who shall provide network architecture and design services while ensuring secure, reliable, and low latency networking.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides high-level architectural expertise to managers and technical staff.
• Develops architectural products and deliverables for the enterprise and operational business lines in accordance with the strategy and goals of the organization.
• Develops strategy of system and the design infrastructure necessary to support that strategy.
• Advises on selection of technological purchases regarding processing, data storage, data access, and applications development.
• Sets standards for the client/server relational database structure for the organization (SQL, ORACLE, SYBASE, etc.).
• Advises on the feasibility of potential future projects to management. Tracks current plans.
• Monitors and reviews the success of systems and ensures efficiency and effectiveness.

Education

• Minimum BS/BA degree in related field (or equivalent certification, or years of experience)
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
• Must have at least one certification from the list below:
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional
• AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Microsoft 365 Enterprise Administrator Expert

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years' experience
• Cloud Architecture and Design
• Management Architecture and Design
• DNS and LDAP Architecture and Design
• Active Directory Architecture and Design