Cloud Network Architect

Role Overview

• Design and architect Azure cloud networking solutions including VNets, NSGs, ExpressRoute, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway, and WAF
• Architect and manage enterprise SD-WAN and branch connectivity using Cisco Meraki across multi-site distributed environments
• Deploy and administer Cisco Firepower/FTD and Firepower Management Center (FMC) for network security enforcement
• Design, configure, and manage Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls and Panorama for centralized policy management
• Develop and maintain network reference architectures, standards documentation, and technical roadmaps
• Design and implement network segmentation strategies, zone-based access policies, and Zero Trust principles using Cisco Secure Access, Umbrella, and Duo
• Serve as the highest-level escalation point for complex network incidents and performance issues
• Lead architecture and design reviews for major infrastructure initiatives
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level network engineers through technical guidance, config reviews, and knowledge-sharing
• Drive network automation and infrastructure-as-code initiatives using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Python
• Partner cross-functionally with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to deliver integrated enterprise solutions
• Lead platform lifecycle refresh initiatives and evaluate emerging networking technologies

Requirements

• 10–15+ years of progressive enterprise networking experience
• Deep hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure networking — VNets, NSGs, ExpressRoute, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway, and WAF
• Strong experience designing and managing Cisco Meraki SD-WAN environments at scale across multiple sites
• Hands-on experience deploying and administering Cisco Firepower/FTD and Firepower Management Center (FMC)
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks NGFW; Panorama centralized management experience preferred
• Expert-level knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and L2/L3 network design
• Experience implementing network segmentation, firewall rule hierarchies, and Zero Trust access models
• Familiarity with Cisco Secure Access, Umbrella, and Duo for SASE/Zero Trust initiatives
• Ability to design and document enterprise-grade network architectures clearly and thoroughly
• Strong troubleshooting skills across complex, multi-platform hybrid environments
• Experience with network automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Python/Netmiko
• Proven ability to mentor and develop engineering team members
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
• Cisco CCNP Enterprise or CCIE (required or strongly preferred)
• Palo Alto PCNSE (required or strongly preferred)
• Microsoft AZ-700 — Azure Network Engineer Associate (required)

Tech Stack

• Ansible
• Azure
• Cloud
• Firewalls
• Python
• Terraform

Benefits

• health, wellbeing, retirement, and other financial benefits
• paid time off
• overtime pay for non-exempt employees
• robust learning and development programs
• reimbursement of job-related expenses per the company policy
• employee perks and discounts