Senior Network Architect - Scale, Secure Cloud Networks

Encore Talent Solutions; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Talent Solutions in Tampa, FL, seeks a Network Architect to design, plan, and oversee the implementation of the organization’s network infrastructure, ensuring performance, security, and reliability.

You will collaborate with IT teams to design LAN/WAN/cloud networks, enforce security protocols, plan capacity, troubleshoot issues, document designs, and stay current with evolving networking technologies and industry standards.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in network design, administration, or engineering.
• CCNP, CISSP, and CompTIA Network certifications.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, and OSPF.
• Deep understanding of network security practices, including firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection, and encryption.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve network issues quickly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust network infrastructures (LAN, WAN, and cloud) to meet business needs.
• Implement and enforce network security protocols (firewalls, VPNs, encryption).
• Plan capacity to handle future growth and allocate resources efficiently.
• Identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot, and optimize performance for reliability.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless integration with systems and services.
• Coordinate with vendors to select, purchase, and manage equipment and services.
• Maintain documentation of network designs, configurations, and processes; provide status updates.
• Ensure architecture complies with standards, regulations, and policies; stay updated on technologies.
• Design disaster recovery strategies to restore critical services quickly.

Skills

Network design

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Project management

Security practices

Education

CCNP

CompTIA Network+

CISSP

Tools

Cisco IOS

VPNs

Job description

Encore Talent Solutions in Tampa, FL, seeks a Network Architect to design, plan, and oversee the implementation of the organization’s network infrastructure, ensuring performance, security, and reliability.

You will collaborate with IT teams to design LAN/WAN/cloud networks, enforce security protocols, plan capacity, troubleshoot issues, document designs, and stay current with evolving networking technologies and industry standards.