Elios Talent
Senior Network Architect (Orange County)
Elios Talent, Orlando, Florida, United States, 32812
Senior Network Architect
Orange County, CA
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100% Onsite
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Full-Time
Key Highlights Architect and lead a secure, high-availability enterprise network supporting mission-critical systems Drive modernization initiatives including SD-WAN, wireless upgrades, and zero-trust networking Serve as the senior networking SME and mentor within a public-sector IT environment
Position Overview We are seeking a
Senior Network Architect
to provide on-site leadership and hands-on expertise supporting a complex, enterprise-scale network within a public-sector organization. This role is responsible for network architecture, modernization strategy, and operational excellence across data centers, remote sites, mobile units, and public safety systems.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience with
Cisco-based enterprise networks , excels in highly available and secure environments, and thrives in hands-on leadership roles requiring both strategic design and day-to-day technical execution.
This is a
full-time, 100% onsite role in Orange County, California .
Key Responsibilities Network Architecture & Design Design, implement, and maintain a
secure, scalable, and highly available enterprise network
leveraging Cisco technologies Develop network segmentation,
VLAN strategies , and routing topologies including
OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP Architect connectivity solutions for
remote sites, mobile units, data centers, and public safety systems Lead network modernization initiatives including
SD-WAN, wireless infrastructure upgrades, and zero-trust network access Implementation, Operations & Support Serve as the
hands-on lead engineer
for network deployments, upgrades, and incident response Configure, manage, and troubleshoot
Cisco switches, routers, firewalls, wireless LAN controllers (WLCs), and wireless endpoints Design and manage: VPNs Quality of Service (QoS) Access Control Lists (ACLs) Network monitoring and logging using tools such as
SolarWinds, NetFlow, and SNMP Act as the
Level 4 escalation point
for complex network issues and performance optimization SME Leadership & Staff Development Serve as the organizations
Subject Matter Expert (SME)
for enterprise networking, advising IT leadership and operational teams Train, coach, and mentor junior and mid-level network technicians Lead structured knowledge transfer sessions, hands-on training, and real-time coaching during implementations and support activities Develop and maintain
SOPs, how-to guides, and operational documentation
for ongoing internal use Support staff interested in pursuing networking certifications such as
CCNA and CCNP Additional Duties Perform other activities reasonably related to the role as assigned to support operational and organizational objectives
Required Qualifications 8+ years of experience in
enterprise networking , including architecture and design Deep hands-on experience with
Cisco enterprise networking technologies Strong expertise in routing, switching, wireless, firewalls, and network security Experience supporting
high-availability, mission-critical environments Prior experience in
public-sector, law-enforcement, or regulated environments
preferred Ability to work
full-time onsite
in Orange County, CA
Why This Role This position offers the opportunity to lead and modernize enterprise networking systems that directly support public safety and essential community services. Youll play a critical role in shaping secure, resilient infrastructure while mentoring the next generation of network professionals.
|
100% Onsite
|
Full-Time
Key Highlights Architect and lead a secure, high-availability enterprise network supporting mission-critical systems Drive modernization initiatives including SD-WAN, wireless upgrades, and zero-trust networking Serve as the senior networking SME and mentor within a public-sector IT environment
Position Overview We are seeking a
Senior Network Architect
to provide on-site leadership and hands-on expertise supporting a complex, enterprise-scale network within a public-sector organization. This role is responsible for network architecture, modernization strategy, and operational excellence across data centers, remote sites, mobile units, and public safety systems.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience with
Cisco-based enterprise networks , excels in highly available and secure environments, and thrives in hands-on leadership roles requiring both strategic design and day-to-day technical execution.
This is a
full-time, 100% onsite role in Orange County, California .
Key Responsibilities Network Architecture & Design Design, implement, and maintain a
secure, scalable, and highly available enterprise network
leveraging Cisco technologies Develop network segmentation,
VLAN strategies , and routing topologies including
OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP Architect connectivity solutions for
remote sites, mobile units, data centers, and public safety systems Lead network modernization initiatives including
SD-WAN, wireless infrastructure upgrades, and zero-trust network access Implementation, Operations & Support Serve as the
hands-on lead engineer
for network deployments, upgrades, and incident response Configure, manage, and troubleshoot
Cisco switches, routers, firewalls, wireless LAN controllers (WLCs), and wireless endpoints Design and manage: VPNs Quality of Service (QoS) Access Control Lists (ACLs) Network monitoring and logging using tools such as
SolarWinds, NetFlow, and SNMP Act as the
Level 4 escalation point
for complex network issues and performance optimization SME Leadership & Staff Development Serve as the organizations
Subject Matter Expert (SME)
for enterprise networking, advising IT leadership and operational teams Train, coach, and mentor junior and mid-level network technicians Lead structured knowledge transfer sessions, hands-on training, and real-time coaching during implementations and support activities Develop and maintain
SOPs, how-to guides, and operational documentation
for ongoing internal use Support staff interested in pursuing networking certifications such as
CCNA and CCNP Additional Duties Perform other activities reasonably related to the role as assigned to support operational and organizational objectives
Required Qualifications 8+ years of experience in
enterprise networking , including architecture and design Deep hands-on experience with
Cisco enterprise networking technologies Strong expertise in routing, switching, wireless, firewalls, and network security Experience supporting
high-availability, mission-critical environments Prior experience in
public-sector, law-enforcement, or regulated environments
preferred Ability to work
full-time onsite
in Orange County, CA
Why This Role This position offers the opportunity to lead and modernize enterprise networking systems that directly support public safety and essential community services. Youll play a critical role in shaping secure, resilient infrastructure while mentoring the next generation of network professionals.