Specialized Recruiting Group - Charlotte, NC · 1 day ago
Network Architect
Oklahoma City, OK
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $145K/yr
10+ years expSpecialized Recruiting Group is seeking a senior-level Network Architect to lead the design, evolution, and optimization of a large enterprise network environment. This role requires hands-on technical leadership and architectural authority for network systems across the organization, focusing on delivering scalable and secure network solutions.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Lead enterprise network architecture efforts, from requirements gathering through design and implementation
Evaluate current network infrastructure and define future-state architecture aligned with business growth and security objectives
Design and maintain scalable, resilient, and secure network solutions
Create and maintain network diagrams, standards, documentation, and implementation plans
Configure, optimize, and support enterprise networking platforms including Cisco, Meraki, F5, Palo Alto, and related technologies
Act as a technical escalation point for complex network issues and incidents
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to network engineers and technicians
Perform capacity planning, lifecycle management, and upgrade recommendations
Partner with vendors to evaluate technologies, lead proofs of concept, and guide purchasing decisions
Stay current on networking trends, security practices, and emerging technologies to continuously improve the environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
10–15 years of enterprise network experience, with significant time spent in architecture and design
Advanced experience with Cisco (routing/switching), Meraki, F5, Palo Alto
Strong understanding of routing, switching, firewalls, load balancing, DNS, IPAM, and network security
Experience with network automation, scripting, monitoring, and management tools
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Ability to communicate clearly with both technical teams and business stakeholders
Comfortable owning architecture decisions and driving outcomes
Collaborative mindset with the confidence to lead
Preferred
Graduate degree
Exposure to Check Point, Cradlepoint, and VoIP platforms (e.g., Mitel)
CCNP preferred (or equivalent real-world expertise)
Company
Specialized Recruiting Group - Charlotte, NC
The Specialized Recruiting Group, a service line of Express Employment Professionals, specializes in professional full-time placements and contract assignments in niche industries which include the following: Construction, Accounting & Finance, Information Technology, Engineering, Legal Professional Search Because we're locally owned, we live in and work in this community and have a vested interest in its success.
Founded in 2010Charlotte, North Carolina, US
11-50 employees
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