Network Architect

Role: Senior Network Engineer Cloud & Enterprise Networking

Location: Richmond, Virginia

Term: Full Time

Skills

• Cisco Meraki
• SD WAN

Deep expertise in BGP routing and network design

• Key Responsibilities

  Architecture & Design
  Lead design and implementation of enterprise and cloud networking architectures (Azure, AWS, hybrid)
  Develop and execute network consolidation strategies across multiple environments and business units
  Architect secure, scalable connectivity patterns including:
  Site-to-site and client VPNs
  SD-WAN deployments
  Cloud transit hubs and hub/spoke models
  Define standards for routing, segmentation, and high availability
  Cloud Networking
  Design and manage networking in Azure and familiarity AWS, and GCP.
  Implement and maintain:
  Virtual networks (VNets/VPCs)
  Peering and private connectivity (ExpressRoute, Direct Connect)
  Network security controls (NSGs, firewalls, routing tables)
  Integrate on-prem and cloud environments.
  Routing & Core Networking
  Design and troubleshoot complex routing environments using:
  BGP, OSPF/EIGRP
  Optimize routing policies for performance, failover, and traffic engineering
  Lead troubleshooting of latency, packet loss, and asymmetric routing issues
  Security & Firewalls
  Manage next-gen firewall solutions, primarily:
  Palo Alto Networks firewalls (PAN-OS, Panorama)
  Define and enforce security policies, NAT, and segmentation strategies
  Partner with security teams on threat mitigation and compliance requirements
  SD-WAN & Branch Networking
  Design and support SD-WAN solutions using: Cisco Viptela / Cisco SD-WAN
  Manage and optimize branch networking using: Cisco Meraki (full stack: MX, MS, MR)
  Ensure consistent policy, performance, and visibility across all sites
  Carrier & Vendor Management
  Act as primary technical liaison with telecom carriers and ISPs
  Lead troubleshooting of circuit issues (latency, outages, routing anomalies)
  Validate and design circuit turn-ups (DIA, MPLS, broadband, LTE/5G)
  Coordinate with vendors during deployments, escalations, and outages
  Operations & Leadership
  Serve as Tier 3 escalation point for network-related incidents
  Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance
  Develop and maintain documentation, standards, and runbooks
  Participate in on-call rotation as needed

Required Qualifications
Skills:

Deep expertise in BGP routing and network design
Strong hands-on experience with:
Palo Alto Networks firewalls
Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)
Cisco Meraki full stack
Proven experience designing and implementing cloud networking architectures
Strong troubleshooting skills across routing, firewall, and connectivity domains
Experience working directly with telecom carriers and ISPs

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with:
Multi-tenant or multi-environment network consolidation
Certifications (preferred but not required):
CCNP/CCIE
PCNSE (Palo Alto)
Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)
AWS Advanced Networking Specialty