Senior Network Architect - Secure, Scalable Networking

Lockstep Group; Atlanta, Dallas, Piedmont, Baton Rouge (GA, TX, SC, LA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Disability and life insurance

Flexible PTO

8 holidays + 1 floating holiday

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lockstep Group is seeking a Network Architect to design and deliver secure, scalable network and security solutions for clients in a fast-paced environment. You will own complex project architecture and drive delivery from planning through implementation.

You will mentor engineers, enforce standards, and communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Travel up to 15% and US work authorization required.

Qualifications

• CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure is required.
• 10+ years of senior network engineering experience.
• Experience leading medium-to-large networking and security projects.
• Strong knowledge of core infrastructure services (switching, routing, wireless, DHCP, DNS, 802.1X, ACLs).
• Ability to deploy and maintain firewalls and security controls.
• Scripting proficiency in PowerShell or Python.
• Excellent client communication and mentoring skills.
• Two mid-level vendor certifications beyond CCIE.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and deploy secure network solutions across multiple technologies.
• Lead medium-to-large projects from planning to delivery.
• Provide escalation support for complex networking issues.
• Govern and review security standards and documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and communicate findings to clients.

Skills

Senior network engineering

Project leadership

Client communication

Tools

PowerShell

Python

PRTG

SolarWinds

Job description

Lockstep Group is seeking a Network Architect to design and deliver secure, scalable network and security solutions for clients in a fast-paced environment. You will own complex project architecture and drive delivery from planning through implementation.

You will mentor engineers, enforce standards, and communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Travel up to 15% and US work authorization required.