Network Architect

Title

Network Architect

The Woodlands, TX, 77380

Onsite 2x per week

Direct Hire

US Citizens, GC Holders, or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

Qualified and interested candidates should email their resumes to Slater Davidson at

INSPYR Solutions is seeking a Network Architect for one of its financial partners in the Houston area. This is a senior-level professional with the responsibilities of designing and supporting all LAN/WAN routing and switching network architecture, policies, applications, systems, and hardware. Responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to, researching, designing, implementing, and administering network technology solutions. This position reports directly to the Network Services Manager.

• Evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of existing network infrastructure systems and processes alignment to best practices and environmental needs; develops and implements improvement, replacement, augmentation, and optimization strategies as appropriate.
• Define design and implementation strategies for network technologies and work with teams to ensure delivery of design according to the implementation strategy. Responsible for ensuring delivery in partnership with leadership.
• 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.
• Develop and maintain high-quality documentation for core and edge networks, products, and services. Perform peer review of team documentation and designs to ensure alignment with standards and best practices.
• Develop and maintain network disaster recovery and system failover capabilities to align with business RTO.
• Responsible for assisting in the daily operational support of network infrastructure as required to ensure business operations.
• Contribute to other technology projects requiring Network Engineering expertise.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Responsible for other duties as assigned.
• Participate in on-call duties.

• 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, multitask, 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 required, combined with knowledge of…