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Location:
Richmond, VA (Onsite)
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Solutions Architect (Network)
Careers Integrated Resources Inc
Richmond, VA (Onsite)
Contractor
Job Title: Solutions Architect (Network)
Location: Richmond, VA(Hybrid)
Job Duration: 12+ months (Possibility of an extension )
Job Type: Contract
Tax Term: W2 and C2C
Job Description:
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Preferred Skills:
Key Responsibilities:
Location: Richmond, VA(Hybrid)
Job Duration: 12+ months (Possibility of an extension )
Job Type: Contract
Tax Term: W2 and C2C
Job Description:
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience: 5+ years in network engineering, with at least 2 years of hands-on experience with Azure networking services.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Certifications: Azure certifications (such as Azure Network Engineer Associate) and/or relevant Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) are highly desirable.
- Cloud Networking: Strong understanding of Azure networking components (VNet, NSG, Azure Load Balancer, Azure Traffic Manager, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway).
- Traditional Networking: Expertise in configuring and managing enterprise-grade network equipment (e.g. Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, etc.), including firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs.
- Security: Solid understanding of network security principles and experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPN technologies in both cloud and traditional networks.
- Automation: Proficiency in network automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python, or similar), ARM templates, Terraform or other scripting tools is a plus
- Monitoring Tools: Familiarity with monitoring and diagnostic tools such as Azure Network Watcher, SolarWinds, Wireshark, or equivalent.
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with hybrid cloud environments and integrating Azure with other cloud providers (AWS, GCP).
- Familiarity with Kubernetes networking and containerized environments.
- Experience with SD-WAN technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Network Architecture & Design: Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network solutions (LAN, WAN, VPN, firewalls) with a special focus on Azure networking services such as Virtual Networks (VNet), Azure Firewall, Network Security Groups (NSGs), and Azure ExpressRoute.
- Cloud Integration: Work closely with cloud teams to integrate on-premises network infrastructure with Azure-based environments, ensuring smooth connectivity, security, and optimal performance.
- Azure Networking: Manage and optimize Azure networking components, including VNet peering, traffic management, load balancing, and hybrid networking (ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway).
- Network Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve network issues in both cloud and on-prem environments, ensuring minimal downtime and performance degradation.
- Network Security: Implement best practices for network security in hybrid environments, including firewalls, VPNs, security groups, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
- Automation & Monitoring: Automate network configuration and monitoring using tools like Azure Network Watcher, Azure Automation, and PowerShell scripting. Implement proactive monitoring systems to identify potential issues before they affect operations.
- Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize network performance, identifying opportunities for improvement in both cloud and on-premises environments.
- Documentation: Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
- Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to peers and help drive continuous improvement in network operations.
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