Network Architect

Role: Network Architect

Location: Bay Area, CA (Local Preferred)

Duration: 12+ months

Pay Rate: $80 to $90

Overview: We are seeking a hands-on Network Architect to serve as a technical lead responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing enterprise network infrastructure. This role requires deep expertise across network security, cloud platforms, and automation, with a strong focus on delivering scalable and secure solutions. The ideal candidate is a highly technical professional who can operate as a “player-coach,” driving architecture decisions while actively contributing to implementation, troubleshooting, and performance optimization across complex environments.

Must Haves:

Advance hands-on experience in Palo Alto firewall, F5 LTM, GTM and WAF

Advance hands-on experience in AWS cloud

Extensive hands-on experience in automation with Ansible, CloudFormation or Terraform

AWS solution architect certification and CCNP certification required

Deep knowledge in Forcepoint

Required Skills:

Advanced hands-on experience with Palo Alto Firewalls

Strong expertise in F5 (LTM, GTM, WAF)

Advanced hands-on experience in AWS Cloud (VPC, EC2, ELB, Route53, etc.)

Extensive experience with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, CloudFormation)

Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with Forcepoint

Strong understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)

Experience with enterprise network architecture (LAN, WAN, Data Center, Security)

Hands-on troubleshooting and performance optimization experience

Preferred Skills:

Experience with Cloudflare, Prisma Cloud, Cisco ASA

Knowledge of MPLS, VPNs (IPSec, SSL), and network security frameworks

Experience with Cisco Nexus (N9K, VPC) and IOS/NX-OS environments

Scripting experience using Python, Shell, or Perl

Exposure to VoIP, Wireless, and Data Center technologies

Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills