Hiring for a Network Architect for a contract role with one of our client in Atlanta, GA (Onsite).
Key Skills / Expertise:
· Cisco ACI Architecture (APIC, Spine-Leaf)
· VXLAN / EVPN Technologies
· Cisco Nexus Switches (NX-OS)
· vPC Design and Implementation
· F5 Load Balancer (LTM/GTM)
· Hybrid WAN & SD-WAN Solutions
· Data Center Network Architecture
· Network Segmentation and Multi-Tenancy (VRF, EPG)
· Cloud Networking Integration (Azure/AWS)
· Network Security and High Availability Design
· Routing & Switching Protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
· Network Automation and Infrastructure as Code (Ansible, Terraform)
Key Responsibilities
· Design, implement, and govern scalable Cisco ACI-based data center etwork architectures.
· Define and maintain policy-driven network fabrics using APIC, Spine-Leaf, VRF, EPG, and tenant-based segmentation models.
· Architect and optimize VXLAN/EVPN-based data center solutions for enterprise environments.
· Lead Cisco Nexus (NX-OS) design, deployment, and vPC architecture initiatives.
· Design and manage F5 Load Balancer solutions including LTM and GTM for application availability and resiliency.
· Ensure seamless integration of data center networks with WAN, SD-WAN, security platforms, and cloud environments.
· Establish network standards, architecture guidelines, and best practices.
· Drive network modernization, automation, and infrastructure transformation initiatives.
· Provide L3 architectural support for major incidents, performance optimization, and critical escalations.
· Collaborate with security, cloud, infrastructure, and application teams to deliver end-to-end network solutions.
· Prepare architecture documents, HLDs, LLDs, migration strategies, and technical governance artifacts.
Preferred Certifications
· Cisco CCNP Data Center / CCIE Data Center
· Cisco ACI Specialist Certification
· F5 Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)
· SD-WAN Certifications
· Azure/AWS Networking Certifications
Key Deliverables
· Data Center Network Architecture & Roadmaps
· Cisco ACI Fabric Design and Governance
· Nexus & vPC Architecture Standards
· F5 Load Balancing Strategy and Optimization
· Hybrid WAN/SD-WAN Integration Design
· Network Security & Segmentation Framework
· Cloud Connectivity and Network Integration Models
If interested, you can also reach out to me directly at [email protected]