Senior Network Architect

Senior Network Architect

Clearance Requirement: Must be able to pass a CJIS background check.

We are seeking a Senior Network Architect to support the modernization of a large, legacy enterprise network environment. The organization is migrating from a 10+ year-old infrastructure to a modern Cisco Software-Defined Access (SDA) architecture, leveraging Cisco DNA Center and Cisco ISE
, with a Cisco ACI-based data center backbone
.

This is a hands‑on, architecture‑focused role requiring deep experience in designing and implementing SDA solutions
, with DNA Center and ISE as core strengths.

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of Cisco Software‑Defined Access (SDA).
• Design, deploy, and optimize Cisco DNA Center for automation, assurance, and policy‑based management.
• Architect and implement Cisco ISE for identity, access control, and network segmentation.
• Collaborate with data center teams supporting a Cisco ACI backbone (ACI is secondary).
• Drive migration from a legacy enterprise network to a modern SDA environment.
• Provide technical leadership, documentation, and best‑practice guidance.
• Work in a fully onsite capacity.

• Senior‑level experience (8+ years preferred) in enterprise network architecture and design.
• Proven, hands‑on architecture and implementation experience with:
  • Strong background in Cisco Catalyst campus networking.
  • Experience integrating SDA with enterprise security and access policies.
• Ability to work onsite 5 days per week.
• Must be able to pass a CJIS background check.

• Experience with Cisco ACI
  .
• Limited exposure to F5 and Infoblox (legacy;