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Requirement ID: 90913
Job Title: Network Architect
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 6 - 9 months
Location: Frederick, MD
Job Description:

 Role Descriptions: Job Description  Network Architect (Co-location & Data Center)Role OverviewWe are looking for an experienced Network Architect to support Banner Life in designing and implementing network solutions for colocation and future Urbana Data Center initiatives. This is a consulting role focused on architecture| solutioning| and migration support. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and architect network solutions across colo and multi-site environmentsLead colo migration activities| including DIA/Fiber connectivity across sitesDevelop high-level and low-level network designsImplement high-speed LAN (25G/100G) and WAN (10G+) connectivityEnsure network performance| scalability| and securitySupport integration with storage| virtualization| and telephony systems Required Skills & TechnologiesCisco Nexus 9000 switches and enterprise routingPalo Alto Firewalls (PA-3440 & 1420)SD-WAN| VLANs| network segmentationDIA/Fiber connectivity across multiple data centersExperience with: oPure Storage replicationoVMware vMotionoAvaya / MS Teams telephonyoServer platforms (Dell PowerEdge| Cisco UCS  preferred) Experience & Qualifications10+ years in network engineering/architectureProven colocation (colo) migration experienceStrong hands-on expertise in multi-site network design CertificationsCisco CCIE (preferred/strongly desired)Palo Alto certification (PCNSE or equivalent)
Essential Skills: Network Architect (Co-location & Data Center)

Skills: EIS : Network Engineer
Experience Required: 8-10

•       Top 3 Required Skills:
•       Cisco Nexus 9000 switching & enterprise network routing
•       Palo Alto Firewall expertise (PA 3440 & 1420)
•       SD WAN, VLANs, and network segmentation across multi-site/data center environments

•       Top 3 Preferred Skills:
•       Experience with storage & virtualization integration (Pure Storage, VMware vMotion)
•       Telephony systems exposure (Avaya / MS Teams)
•       Server platform experience (Dell PowerEdge, Cisco UCS)

•       Education Requirements:
•       Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in computer science
•       Years of Experience:
•       10+ years in network engineering / architecture
•       Proven experience in colocation migration and multi-site network design
 

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