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Woodforest National Bank · 3 weeks ago

Network Architect II

The Woodlands, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Woodforest National Bank is a diverse and inclusive team within a nationally recognized award-winning Bank. The Network Architect II is responsible for designing and supporting all LAN/WAN routing and switching network architecture, as well as researching, designing, implementing, and administering network technology solutions.

Banking

Responsibilities

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 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, evaluates risks, and performs cost-benefit and return on investment analyses on new hardware and software options; proposes and documents 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

Qualification

CISCO platformsNetwork architectureCisco VXLANCisco Nexus DashboardCCNP certificationAnalytical skillsProject managementCustomer serviceProblem-solvingCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Minimum of 8 years' experience in network engineering required 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 required

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

CCNP required