Network Architect

Are you an experienced Network Architect with a desire to excel? If so, then TALENT Software Services may have the job for you! Our client is seeking an experienced Network Architect to work at their company in Overland Park, KS or Raleigh, NC.

Primary Responsibilities / Accountabilities :

• Configure, administer, and maintain all network security hardware / software, monitoring tools, and security management portals.
• Install, configure, and maintain complex multi-site VPN & TCP / IP networks.
• Develop, recommend, and implement new and updated procedures with key stakeholders to ensure an effective, streamlined, secure, and scalable operation and solution.
• Maintain access to services such as applications, servers, routers, and related software and hardware via VPN.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network performance problems.
• Monitor and troubleshoot firewalls, logs, and connectivity issues.
• Develop and support network automation and maintenance scripts.
• Conduct network firewall capacity planning.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of the overall VoIP Connectivity solution.
• Engage peers proactively to understand key metrics for the business.
• Research and identify new products and technologies that align with the strategic vision of the organization.
• Seek educational opportunities to ensure long-term growth for this position and stay abreast of current and future industry trends related to network firewall technologies and application toolsets.
• Serve as a technical network security engineer, configuring, monitoring, and maintaining security standards on next-generation firewalls and security service edge solutions.
• Ensure traffic is segmented, inspected, and managed per policy and business needs.
• Lead network security for offshore engineering staff in troubleshooting, daily tasks, and change oversight.