Senior Network Architect

Bebeenetworking; Durban; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading network solutions provider in Durban is looking for a Network Architecture Expert to oversee the design and optimization of complex networks. The candidate will provide expert leadership in enterprise network architecture and drive significant modernization initiatives including SD-WAN and automation. Ideal applicants should have extensive knowledge of routing protocols, cloud networking solutions, and security models. This role offers an opportunity to shape the organization's technical authority in network solutions.

Qualifications

• Expert level knowledge of BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS‑IS, STP, VLANs, VXLAN.
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP networking.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust models.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of enterprise and data center network infrastructures.
• Develop reference architectures and design standards.
• Drive modernization initiatives including network automation.

Skills

Expert-level knowledge of routing protocols

Proficiency in network automation

Deep familiarity with monitoring tools

Tools

Cisco Catalyst

HPE Aruba

Fortinet

Terraform

Job description

Network Architecture Expert Wanted

The ideal candidate serves as the highest technical authority within the network domain, responsible for architecting, implementing, and optimizing complex enterprise and data center networks.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design of enterprise, SD-WAN, WAN, LAN, Wi‑Fi, and data center network infrastructures, ensuring scalability, performance, and high availability.

Develop reference architectures, network blueprints, and design standards.

Drive modernization initiatives including SD‑WAN, zero‑trust, and network automation adoption.

Define network segmentation, multi‑site connectivity, and BGP / OSPF overlay strategies.

Ensure integration alignment with security, cloud, and systems engineering teams.

Technical Requirements

Expert‑level knowledge of routing and switching protocols : BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS‑IS, STP, VLANs, VXLAN, MPLS, EVPN, and QoS. Proven experience with enterprise network architectures, including Cisco Catalyst / Nexus, HPE Aruba, Fortinet, and Sophos platforms.

Cloud and Data Center Expertise

Experience designing and supporting data center fabric (EVPN / VXLAN).

Integration experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP networking (Transit Gateway, VNet / VPC peering, hybrid connectivity).

Security and Access Control

Strong understanding of network segmentation, firewall rule design, NAT, ACLs, and Zero Trust models.

Familiarity with NAC (Cisco ISE or Forti NAC), RADIUS / TACACS+, and AAA frameworks.

Automation and Monitoring

Proficiency in network automation (Python, Ansible, or Terraform).

Deep familiarity with Net Flow, SNMP, Syslog, Prometheus / Grafana, or Solar Winds.