JCW Group
JCW has partnered with a leading global law firm seeking a
Senior Network Architect
to lead the strategic design and architecture of the firm’s global data, wireless, video, and VOIP networks. This role ensures the stability, integrity, and performance of network services across international offices while providing technical leadership from strategy through implementation. Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the design, deployment, and optimization of LAN, WAN, Wi‑Fi, VPN, VOIP, and security infrastructure Lead network architecture planning for new office builds and data center projects Configure and monitor routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and related systems Evaluate emerging technologies and drive continuous network improvement Collaborate with IT leadership on capacity planning, performance, and resiliency Develop documentation and support business continuity initiatives Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 10+ years of hands‑on experience in network architecture and engineering Proven expertise with Cisco routers/switches (Nexus, Catalyst), F5 load balancers, Checkpoint firewalls, Silverpeak/Riverbed SD‑WAN, and Wi‑Fi technologies Deep knowledge of protocols and technologies such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VLANs, VPN, DNS, DHCP, QoS, and Wi‑Fi 6/7 Experience with tools such as Infoblox, Cisco ISE, Ciena DWDM, Netscout, and SolarWinds Strong understanding of network security, segmentation, and performance monitoring Preferred certifications: CCNA, CCNP, CCDA, or CCSP Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills Experience supporting a global, multi‑office environment Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Information Technology
Boston, MA
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Senior Network Architect
to lead the strategic design and architecture of the firm’s global data, wireless, video, and VOIP networks. This role ensures the stability, integrity, and performance of network services across international offices while providing technical leadership from strategy through implementation. Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the design, deployment, and optimization of LAN, WAN, Wi‑Fi, VPN, VOIP, and security infrastructure Lead network architecture planning for new office builds and data center projects Configure and monitor routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and related systems Evaluate emerging technologies and drive continuous network improvement Collaborate with IT leadership on capacity planning, performance, and resiliency Develop documentation and support business continuity initiatives Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 10+ years of hands‑on experience in network architecture and engineering Proven expertise with Cisco routers/switches (Nexus, Catalyst), F5 load balancers, Checkpoint firewalls, Silverpeak/Riverbed SD‑WAN, and Wi‑Fi technologies Deep knowledge of protocols and technologies such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VLANs, VPN, DNS, DHCP, QoS, and Wi‑Fi 6/7 Experience with tools such as Infoblox, Cisco ISE, Ciena DWDM, Netscout, and SolarWinds Strong understanding of network security, segmentation, and performance monitoring Preferred certifications: CCNA, CCNP, CCDA, or CCSP Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills Experience supporting a global, multi‑office environment Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Information Technology
Boston, MA
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