Network Architect - Hybrid (East Hartford, CT)
Location: East Hartford, CT (Hybrid - onsite Tuesdays & Wednesdays) | Type: W2 Contract | Duration: 6 months w/ option to extend
About QTechUS
QTechUS is an IT services organization supporting commercial and federal clients, seeking a strategic Network Architect to lead the modernization of Cisco-based WAN/LAN/WLAN infrastructure.
Why Join Us?
- Work on high-impact infrastructure modernization projects for commercial and federal clients
- Hybrid schedule with flexibility (2 days onsite Tuesdays/Wednesdays)
- 6-month contract with extension potential based on performance
- Collaborate with cybersecurity and engineering teams on mission-critical networks
Key Responsibilities
- Define the overall network architecture strategy and roadmap for statewide Cisco-based infrastructure modernization
- Design WAN, LAN, and wireless solutions that meet performance, security, and scalability requirements
- Develop high-level and detailed network design documentation, including topology diagrams, configurations, and implementation standards
- Ensure secure integration with state, local, and federal agencies as well as cloud environments
- Collaborate with project managers, cybersecurity analysts, and engineering teams to align designs with compliance (CJIS, NIST, etc.) and judicial branch requirements
- Evaluate new networking technologies and solutions to enhance resiliency, performance, and security
- Provide guidance on disaster recovery, business continuity, and high-availability network design
- Oversee network capacity planning, performance monitoring strategies, and optimization
- Serve as the senior technical authority for escalations during design, testing, and deployment
- Guide the customer's engineering staff on best practices and design principles
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in network engineering and architecture
- Deep expertise with Cisco networking technologies: routing, switching, wireless, firewalls, VPN, and network security solutions
- Proven experience designing large-scale, multi-site WAN/LAN/WLAN infrastructures
- Knowledge of hybrid/cloud connectivity and secure integration with third-party agencies
- Strong understanding of network security standards and compliance requirements (NIST, CJIS, CIS Controls)
- Experience in highly regulated or government/public sector environments
- Excellent documentation, presentation, and stakeholder communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant certifications: CCNP/CCIE, Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE), or equivalent
- Experience supporting judicial, law enforcement, or public sector networks
- Familiarity with SD-WAN, network segmentation, and Zero Trust architectures
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Ready to Apply?
Join our team to design the future of secure, scalable network infrastructure.
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