Strategic Enterprise Network Architect – Cloud & SD-WAN

Republic Airways; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Airways seeks an IT Network Architect to lead the strategy for our enterprise network, spanning on‑premises LAN/WAN, wireless, SDWAN, and cloud (AWS/Azure).

You will design, implement, monitor, and document network infrastructure, mentor staff, manage vendor relationships, and drive automation. Occasional on‑call and travel may be required.

Strong background in Cisco, Aruba, Riverbed, and cloud networking with CCNP Enterprise preferred will help you shape our global network roadmap.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or CS or equivalent.
• 8+ years designing and implementing network technologies.
• Expert in routing, switching, wireless, and cloud networking (AWS/Azure).
• Experience with Cisco Nexus, Aruba, Riverbed, SolarWinds, MPLS, BGP, OSPF.
• CCNP Enterprise certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads network strategy and roadmaps for enterprise architecture.
• Designs, implements, monitors, and maintains LANs, WANs, wireless, and cloud networks.
• Manages vendors, contracts, and budget; coordinates with IT and business units.
• Creates network documentation and leads 24/7 on-call support.

Skills

Network design

Vendor management

Leadership

On-call support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

CCNP Enterprise certification

Tools

Cisco Nexus

NSX-T

Aruba ClearPass

Riverbed SteelHead

SolarWinds

AWS

Azure

Palo Alto

Megaport

VRNI/VRLI

Job description

Republic Airways seeks an IT Network Architect to lead the strategy for our enterprise network, spanning on‑premises LAN/WAN, wireless, SDWAN, and cloud (AWS/Azure).

You will design, implement, monitor, and document network infrastructure, mentor staff, manage vendor relationships, and drive automation. Occasional on‑call and travel may be required.

Strong background in Cisco, Aruba, Riverbed, and cloud networking with CCNP Enterprise preferred will help you shape our global network roadmap.