Director, Network Architecture

JOB TITLE: Director, Network Architecture
LOCATION: New York, New York
DURATION: Permanent
RATE RANGE: 170k - 210k

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Network Architecture is responsible for the design, planning, implementation, and management of the organization's network infrastructure with a primary focus on Cisco and Arista technologies. This role ensures the network is scalable, secure, and highly available to support business objectives. The Director will lead a team of network architects, work closely with IT leadership, Network Services Critical Response team and collaborate across departments to align network solutions with business goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Network Design & Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive network architecture strategy, with an emphasis on scalability, reliability, and security using Cisco and Arista technologies.
• Infrastructure Management: Oversee the design, deployment, and management of the network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, WLAN, data center networking, and cloud connectivity.
• Leadership & Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of network architects, ensuring continuous skills development and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Network Security: Collaborate with security teams to implement and maintain best practices for network security, including firewall management, VPN solutions, and network segmentation.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with Arista, Cisco, and other network vendors, ensuring optimal service levels, evaluating new technologies, and driving procurement strategies.
• Performance Monitoring & Optimization: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues. Optimize network infrastructure to meet evolving business needs. Tune network alarming and monitoring system to eliminate noise making operations team more efficient.
• Project Management: Partner with the Critical Response team & PMO on projects, including upgrades, expansions, and integration of new technologies, ensuring timely delivery within budget.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain up-to-date documentation of the network infrastructure and ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or relevant experience.
• Experience in network engineering, architecture, or related roles, with experience in a leadership capacity.
• Proven track record in designing and managing large-scale, complex networks in enterprise environments.
• Expert level knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, MPLS, etc.), network security principles and best practices, cloud networking (e.g., AWS, Azure) and SDN technologies, network automation and programmability (e.g., Python, Ansible), Spin-leaf architecture.
• Extensive experience with Cisco and Arista network solutions, including routing, switching, and network automation.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware NSX).
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

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