Paladin Consulting
Job Title:
Senior Network Architect Work Location:
Plano, TX Education/Experience Required:
Minimum of 7 years of experience in network architecture design and implementation, with a focus on data center environments.
We are seeking a
hands-on Senior Network Engineer with architectural experience -a hybrid professional who can both design and implement network solutions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in both strategic planning and tactical execution, and who takes pride in owning projects from concept through deployment and support.
Job Description & Responsibilities:
Network Design & Implementation: Design scalable, secure, and high-performance network architectures, and lead the hands-on implementation across enterprise environments, including new site builds and data center expansions. Project Ownership: Take full ownership of assigned network projects (e.g., new buildings in Phoenix), ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and successful execution from start to finish. Standardization & Optimization: Contribute to the development and enforcement of standardized network architectures across sites. Identify and implement opportunities for optimization and automation. Security & Compliance: Deploy and configure network security solutions (e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto) in accordance with compliance and regulatory standards. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with infrastructure, security, and application teams to ensure cohesive network integration. Provide mentorship to junior engineers. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of network designs, configurations, and procedures. Provide regular updates and insights to stakeholders. Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's preferred). 7+ years
of experience in network engineering and/or architecture, ideally in
data center and enterprise environments . Strong hands-on experience with
Cisco, Arista, Palo Alto , and other enterprise-grade networking platforms. Proficiency in
network protocols
(TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VXLANs) and
cloud networking
(AWS, Azure, GCP). Experience with
network automation
tools and scripting (Python, Ansible, etc.). CCIE (written or lab)
strongly preferred; candidates with equivalent experience and certifications will be considered. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Comfortable working in a
hybrid role
that blends architecture, engineering, and implementation. For more information or to view other opportunities, visit us at
www.paladininc.com. Paladin Consulting is an EEOC employer.
Senior Network Architect Work Location:
Plano, TX Education/Experience Required:
Minimum of 7 years of experience in network architecture design and implementation, with a focus on data center environments.
We are seeking a
hands-on Senior Network Engineer with architectural experience -a hybrid professional who can both design and implement network solutions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in both strategic planning and tactical execution, and who takes pride in owning projects from concept through deployment and support.
Job Description & Responsibilities:
Network Design & Implementation: Design scalable, secure, and high-performance network architectures, and lead the hands-on implementation across enterprise environments, including new site builds and data center expansions. Project Ownership: Take full ownership of assigned network projects (e.g., new buildings in Phoenix), ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and successful execution from start to finish. Standardization & Optimization: Contribute to the development and enforcement of standardized network architectures across sites. Identify and implement opportunities for optimization and automation. Security & Compliance: Deploy and configure network security solutions (e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto) in accordance with compliance and regulatory standards. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with infrastructure, security, and application teams to ensure cohesive network integration. Provide mentorship to junior engineers. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of network designs, configurations, and procedures. Provide regular updates and insights to stakeholders. Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's preferred). 7+ years
of experience in network engineering and/or architecture, ideally in
data center and enterprise environments . Strong hands-on experience with
Cisco, Arista, Palo Alto , and other enterprise-grade networking platforms. Proficiency in
network protocols
(TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VXLANs) and
cloud networking
(AWS, Azure, GCP). Experience with
network automation
tools and scripting (Python, Ansible, etc.). CCIE (written or lab)
strongly preferred; candidates with equivalent experience and certifications will be considered. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Comfortable working in a
hybrid role
that blends architecture, engineering, and implementation. For more information or to view other opportunities, visit us at
www.paladininc.com. Paladin Consulting is an EEOC employer.