Senior Network Architect (Hybrid Cloud & Zero Trust)

Reliance, Inc. - IT; Cypress (CA); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. - IT is seeking a Network Engineer IV to design and manage complex enterprise networks across on‑prem, data centers, and public clouds. You will implement Layer 2/3, WAN, data center, and security‑driven architectures, while documenting standards and aligning with Zero Trust principles.

The role partners with security, infrastructure, and application teams to deliver secure, scalable connectivity for 300+ branch locations and hybrid environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• 7+ years’ experience engineering and supporting large, enterprise networks.
• Experience with Cisco ISE, NetFlow, and Wireshark preferred.
• Hands-on design and deployment of AWS and Azure network architectures a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced enterprise network architectures including WAN/LAN and cloud connectivity.
• Engineer secure hybrid network solutions spanning on‑premises and cloud platforms.
• Create scalable, resilient network designs for 300+ branch locations.
• Apply Zero Trust principles and ensure alignment with security standards.
• Document designs, configurations, and procedures for operational support.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Documentation and reporting

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in related field

Tools

Cisco ISE

NetFlow

Wireshark

Cisco routers & switches

Terraform

Job description

Reliance, Inc. - IT is seeking a Network Engineer IV to design and manage complex enterprise networks across on‑prem, data centers, and public clouds. You will implement Layer 2/3, WAN, data center, and security‑driven architectures, while documenting standards and aligning with Zero Trust principles.

The role partners with security, infrastructure, and application teams to deliver secure, scalable connectivity for 300+ branch locations and hybrid environments.