Network Architect

Overview

Our organization is seeking an experienced Enterprise Network & Hybrid Cloud Architect to lead the design, optimization, and governance of enterprise networking and cloud connectivity strategies. This senior-level technology leader will drive the evolution of complex networking environments, bridging traditional infrastructure with modern cloud platforms to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available solutions.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned network architect with deep expertise in enterprise routing and switching, hybrid cloud networking, and security architecture. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to technology leadership, cybersecurity teams, and infrastructure engineers while ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and compliance across enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, design, and continuous improvement of enterprise routing and switching environments across multiple locations and data centers.
• Design and implement secure, highly available hybrid cloud connectivity utilizing Azure ExpressRoute, AWS Direct Connect, and advanced routing protocols including BGP and OSPF.
• Develop and enforce Zero Trust network segmentation strategies across campus, data center, and cloud environments.
• Establish network security controls, access control policies, and governance standards aligned with regulatory and industry frameworks.
• Optimize network performance, throughput, and latency to support business-critical applications, large-scale data movement, and emerging AI/ML workloads.
• Guide the evolution of WAN and campus network architectures, ensuring seamless integration between traditional infrastructure, SDN technologies, and multi-cloud platforms.
• Drive network automation initiatives using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Terraform to improve operational efficiency and reduce configuration drift.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, promoting best practices in networking, cloud architecture, and infrastructure automation.
• Partner with stakeholders to develop disaster recovery and business continuity strategies for mission-critical systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 8 years of relevant networking, data center, or infrastructure architecture experience.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise network infrastructures.
• Demonstrated expertise with enterprise routing and switching technologies, including Cisco environments.
• Strong experience with BGP, OSPF, WAN technologies, and data center networking.
• Proven experience designing hybrid cloud networking solutions across Azure and AWS environments.
• Experience developing scalable infrastructure strategies that align with long-term business objectives.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• CCIE certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert and/or AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional.
• CISSP or CCSP certification.
• TOGAF certification.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with Software-Defined Networking (SDN).
• Experience with Zero Trust security frameworks.
• Experience supporting strategic infrastructure planning and budgeting initiatives.
• Experience working in highly regulated environments.

Top Skills

1. Enterprise Network Architecture & Routing (Core Routing/Switching, BGP, OSPF, WAN, Cisco, Data Center Networking)
2. Hybrid Cloud Connectivity & Architecture (Azure, AWS, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, Multi-Cloud Networking)
3. Network Security & Zero Trust Architecture (Segmentation, ACLs, Compliance-Aligned Security Controls)

Nice-to-Have Skills

• WAN
• Data Center Networking
• Cisco
• Zero Trust
• Terraform

Additional Information

• Ability to participate in after-hours support and on-call rotations as needed.
• Strong leadership, consulting, and cross-functional collaboration skills required.
• Experience designing resilient, highly available enterprise infrastructure solutions preferred.

This is a Permanent position based out of Fort Myers, FL.

The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $166400.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Fort Myers,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.