Network Architect II

Overview

Become a part of the diverse and inclusive team within our nationally recognized award‑winning Bank. Woodforest National Bank is privately owned and the largest employee‑owned bank in the country. We focus on building relationships, discovering opportunities, and better serving our communities while volunteering with local charities and food banks.

• Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of existing network infrastructure systems and processes aligned with best practices and environmental needs; develop and implement improvement, replacement, augmentation, and optimization strategies as appropriate.
• Define design and implementation strategies for network technologies and work with teams to ensure delivery according to implementation strategy.
• Work with management, vendors, and IT staff to identify networking components, configuration, and software to improve the network to meet anticipated needs in all business areas.
• Test, evaluate risks, and perform cost‑benefit and return on investment analyses on new hardware and software options; propose and document justification of the most viable solutions to aid management in making implementation and purchasing decisions.
• Work to develop network device configuration standards, policies, and procedures.

• Advanced technical knowledge of networking methodologies, design principles, and best practices with advanced proficiency in CISCO platforms for both datacenters and branch locations.
• Knowledgeable of Cisco VXLAN and Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (formerly Cisco DCNM).
• Flexibility to provide support during weekend and evening hours as needed.
• Strong customer service and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently while supporting a team environment.
• Developed analytical skills with strong attention to detail and concern for data accuracy.
• Strong organizational, process and project management skills with the ability to prioritize workload, multi‑task, and meet deadlines in a high‑pressure environment.
• Developed leadership and relationship management skills; ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and achieve results through the effort of others.
• Advanced planning and organizational skills, with an ability to establish a strategic direction and subsequently develop and manage supporting initiatives.
• Strategic and problem‑solving mindset with developed analytical, process and project management skills.
• Advanced verbal communication and technical writing skills with an ability to effectively interact with and convey information to people who possess varying levels of understanding on applicable topics.
• Strong overall business acumen with an ability to understand the direction, priorities, and goals of the organization.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in network engineering combined with knowledge of Cisco VXLAN and Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (formerly Cisco DCNM).
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in network architecture and design.

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science or related field preferred.
• CCNP required.
• CCDP preferred.

Texas – The Woodlands, TX (Operations Center – 0100)

Full‑time

Less than 10% expected

Woodforest is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Nothing herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.