Design and implement complex network architectures, optimize configurations, lead discussions, provide mentorship, and ensure network meets business needs.
Senior Computer Network Support Architect
Astor & Sanders Corporation (Astor) is an award-winning IT solutions provider headquartered in McLean, VA seeking a Senior Computer Network Support Architect. This is a full-time and hybrid position based in Silver Spring, MD.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement complex network architectures to support enterprise-level assets.
- Analyze and optimize existing network configurations for performance, reliability, and security.
- Lead network design discussions and provide expert recommendations on hardware and software selection.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network designs meet business needs and requirements.
- Conduct risk assessments related to network infrastructure and develop mitigation strategies.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior network engineers.
- Keep abreast of emerging technologies and assess their impact on current and future infrastructure.
- Document network architecture designs, standards, and procedures.
- Additional duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in network architecture or engineering roles.
- MUST have CCA (Cisco Certified Architect) at a minimum
- AWS Certified solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Professional Cloud Architect or similar certifications are a plus
- Proven expertise in managing and employing systems across public, private, and hybrid environments
- Strong understanding of virtualization technologies, containers (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes), and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform and Ansible
- Experience with network architecture, Cost optimization, and high availability architectures.
Astor & Sanders Corporation () offers a unique, stimulating and challenging environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance. Astor & Sanders Corporation ( #Astor ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Some of our competitive benefits include
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and all Federal Holidays off
- Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance Coverage
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Pre-Tax Benefit Programs
- Wellness and Work-Life Support
- Professional Development
- Performance and Referral Bonuses
- Life and Disability Insurance
Top Skills
Ansible
AWS
Cisco
Docker
GCP
Kubernetes
Azure
Terraform
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