Senior Network Architect

MicroData Systems; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in California is seeking a Network Architect to join their Technical Services Team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing complex networks and managing infrastructure for a multi-facility health system. Responsibilities include architecting, evaluating, and maintaining network hardware and software, ensuring optimal performance and security for over 3000 users. Strong problem-solving and project management skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience designing complex networks.
• Experience in managing Cisco routers & switches and firewalls.

Responsibilities

• Architecting and maintaining hardware & software for network infrastructure.
• Manage overall infrastructure performance for 3000+ users.
• Lead new network designs and implementations.

Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Management, Information Systems, Computer Science

Tools

Cisco routers

Firewalls

Wireless Technologies

Job description

Experience

• At least five years of experience designing complex networks configured with high availability.
• Managing Cisco routers & switches, wireless technologies, cabling systems, firewalls, UPS power systems, SNMP.
• Experience in designing networking infrastructure, working with all aspects of configuring routers & switches, hardware & software upgrades, network protocols, LAN / WLAN / WAN based networks.
• Eight years' experience designing complex networks configured with high availability.
• Managing WLAN & VoIP networks, Unix / Linux, Aruba wireless technology, remote access services, network management / monitoring, Palo Alto firewalls, and Mobile Device Management.
• Deep knowledge in Routing protocols - IGRP, BGP, ISIS, OSPF, as well as familiarity with Fabric SDN.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Management, Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent.

Training

• Network design, Cisco routers, switches, VPN concentrators, firewalls, wireless access points, IDS, CiscoWorks, WLSE, and high availability redundant designing.
• Experience in complex infrastructure projects as both a lead and a technical resource.

Special Skills

• Skills in working with desktop devices (PCs, printers, VTs) & Windows operating systems.
• Strong task & project management skills, teamwork abilities with multiple IS groups & departmental user groups.
• Ability to ensure tasks & projects are completed successfully and timely.
• Strong problem-solving skills to minimize disruptions & unplanned downtimes.
• Excellent oral & written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to perform administrative responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

Functions as a member of a highly trained & skilled Technical Services Team responsible for designing, evaluating, purchasing, testing, installing & maintaining hardware & software for the enterprise-wide network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance for a multi-facility health system with 3000+ users.

Performance Expectations

1. Under general direction, responsible for architecting, evaluating, purchasing, testing, installing & maintaining hardware & software for the enterprise-wide network infrastructure.
2. Manage and monitor overall infrastructure performance of the organization's network of 3000+ users.
3. Demonstrate technical knowledge & experience with firewalls, UPS systems, wireless tech, remote access, and network management tools; ensure network security and reliability.
4. Lead new network designs & implementations, including planning, documentation, and environmental considerations.
5. Monitor network components using appropriate tools, perform scheduled maintenance & upgrades.
6. Analyze issues, diagnose problems, and determine resolutions efficiently using troubleshooting tools.
7. Escalate problems timely to management and serve as an escalation point for network engineers.
8. Document problem-solving procedures for team use and ensure preventive maintenance practices.
9. Provide on-call support as needed, including Level Two troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.