Senior Network Architect: Cloud, Security & WAN

Ardent Health; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health is actively seeking a seasoned Network Architect to enhance its enterprise network infrastructure. This role is essential for designing, securing, and evolving the network architecture while ensuring alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate will leverage their deep expertise in network solutions and collaborate with various IT groups to implement innovative technologies.

The successful candidate will have 10+ years of experience in enterprise networking and a strong background in both Cisco and Fortinet technologies, alongside a commitment to cybersecurity best practices. This position is based in Brentwood, Tennessee.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise networking, preferably in healthcare.
• 5+ years of experience with Fortinet networking solutions.
• Active CCNP certification is required.
• Experience with network automation and scripting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs and supports enterprise-grade network infrastructure.
• Maintains accurate documentation of network architecture.
• Ensures high availability and performance of network systems.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams for digital transformation initiatives.

Skills

Network Infrastructure Design

Cybersecurity Best Practices

Hybrid WAN Optimization

Cisco Technologies

Fortinet Solutions

Cloud Networking

Education

Associate’s degree in Information Systems / Computer Science

Tools

Wireshark

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Ardent Health is actively seeking a seasoned Network Architect to enhance its enterprise network infrastructure. This role is essential for designing, securing, and evolving the network architecture while ensuring alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate will leverage their deep expertise in network solutions and collaborate with various IT groups to implement innovative technologies.

The successful candidate will have 10+ years of experience in enterprise networking and a strong background in both Cisco and Fortinet technologies, alongside a commitment to cybersecurity best practices. This position is based in Brentwood, Tennessee.