Senior Network Architect: Hybrid Cloud & Security Lead

Aon; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive salary

PTO & paid holidays

401(k) with match

Job summary

Wealthspire is seeking a highly skilled Network Architect to design, build, and operate a secure, scalable enterprise network to support a cloud-first, hybrid-workforce. You will lead connectivity standards and network security, partnering with Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud, and End User Computing to deliver reliable services across offices and data centers.

The role focuses on SD-WAN, VPNs, firewalls, routing/switching, Azure networking, and supporting carve-outs or M&A initiatives with

Qualifications

• 8-12+ years of experience in enterprise networking and infrastructure roles.
• Proven experience as Network Architect or Senior Network Engineer in a complex environment.
• Hands-on expertise with SD-WAN, firewalls, VPNs, routing/switching, and cloud networking (Azure).
• Experience supporting hybrid workforces and multi-site enterprise environments.
• Exposure to carve-outs, integrations, or M&A activity strongly preferred.
• Strong documentation, communication, and collaborator engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain enterprise network architecture, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, cloud connectivity (Azure), and telephony/network integrations.
• Establish architecture standards, documentation, and roadmaps for routing, switching, segmentation, firewalling, and zero-trust networking.
• Architect, implement, and support enterprise network solutions across corporate offices, data centers, and cloud environments.
• Support Microsoft-centric environments (Azure, M365, Intune) with secure and optimized connectivity.
• Coordinate network monitoring, performance tuning, high availability, and incident response.
• Ensure redundancy, failover, and disaster recovery capabilities are tested and maintained.
• Act as a point of contact for complex network issues and customer concerns.
• Drive configuration, change, and lifecycle management guidelines.
• Partner with the CISO organization on IAM integration, firewall policies, endpoint connectivity, and secure remote access.
• Support regulatory and compliance requirements (SOC 2, ISO 27001, SEC, GDPR, NYDFS).
• Complete network separation and integration activities aligned to carve-out timelines.
• Lead network-related activities for carve-outs, separations, and M&A integrations, including developing repeatable playbooks.
• Manage network service providers, ISPs, telecom vendors, and MSPs, including day-to-day Technology operations and vendor relationships.
• Drive SLA performance, cost optimization, and vendor consolidation where appropriate.
• Work with Infrastructure, Service Desk, Cloud, and End User Computing teams to provide smooth employee experiences.

Skills

SD-WAN

Firewalls

VPNs

Routing and Switching

Azure Networking

Hybrid Work Experience

Documentation & Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Relevant certifications (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Azure Networking) a plus

Tools

Azure

Cisco

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Job description

Wealthspire is seeking a highly skilled Network Architect to design, build, and operate a secure, scalable enterprise network to support a cloud-first, hybrid-workforce. You will lead connectivity standards and network security, partnering with Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud, and End User Computing to deliver reliable services across offices and data centers.

The role focuses on SD-WAN, VPNs, firewalls, routing/switching, Azure networking, and supporting carve-outs or M&A initiatives with