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Kforce Inc

Network Architect IV

Kforce Inc, Englewood, Colorado, us, 80151

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Base pay range $68.96/hr - $78.53/hr

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of network architectures, roadmaps, and technical specifications for enterprise-level networks, encompassing on-premise data centers and hybrid cloud environments

Serve as the subject matter expert for all network-related technologies, providing technical leadership and guidance to engineering and operations teams

Evaluate, recommend, and integrate new technologies such as Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN) to improve network agility and efficiency

Design and implement robust network security solutions, including the configuration of firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and other security fabric components

Design and manage network load-balancing solutions to ensure high availability, optimal performance, and efficient traffic distribution across the network

Oversee the implementation of routing and switching protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP) to ensure network stability, performance, and scalability across multi-site and global environments

Ensure the design of secure interconnectivity between on-premise infrastructure, cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure), and remote access points

Develop comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, topologies, and implementation plans, and provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for complex network issues

Stay current on emerging networking and security trends, technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation

Requirements

Expert-level knowledge and hands-on experience with routing and switching protocols and configuration (e.g., Cisco, Juniper)

Extensive experience with network security technologies, including firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Check Point), IDS/IPS, and VPNs

Proven experience in architecting and implementing secure solutions for on-premise and cloud (IaaS/PaaS) environments

Experience with network modeling, capacity planning, and performance analysis

Strong knowledge of Software-Defined Networking (SDN) principles and practical experience with SDN technologies

Expertise in designing and managing load-balancing systems for high-traffic applications

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate) are highly desirable

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Seniority level Associate

Employment type Contract

Job function Information Technology

Industries Telecommunications

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