Sr. Network Architect (AZ Local)

iT1, a leading national technology solution provider headquartered in Tempe, AZ, is looking for an experienced Sr. Network Architect to join our Professional Services team. iT1 has been recognized by the Phoenix Business Journal's "Best Places to Work" in Arizona for the past 10 years. This is a testament to the great team and culture we have here at iT1!

The Senior Network Architect is a part of our Delivery Team and is responsible for the design and implementation of complex solutions to meet our client’s technology and business needs. Our engineering team consults with our sales team, project management team and clients to deploy highly technical solutions to help our clients achieve their business objectives. You will be a networking subject matter expert for strategic client opportunities covering one or more networking solution areas.

Requirements

• Develop detailed solution designs, implementation plans, and testing matrices
• Execute delivery of client projects in the Networking space as aligned to skillset (may include Networking R&S, Wireless, VPN, Firewall, etc.)
• Defines technical requirements to meet customer business requirements
• Present solutions to clients, in face-to-face and virtual meetings
• Implements solutions according to technical requirements

• Deliver technical as built documentation to customers
• Escalate issues to appropriate personnel as necessary

Job Qualification Requirements

• Current Cisco CCNP security certification (Preferred)
• 7+ years of Cisco networking leadership in large, multi-site enterprise
• 7+ years of Cisco network hardware configuration management (routers, switches, VPN/IPsec)
• 7+ years of managing enterprise deployment and support for secure wireless
• 7+ years of TCP/P mastery, inclusive of LAN and secure WAN design and implementation

• Experience with multi-vendor network solutions is preferred i.e., Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto, etc.,
• Experience implementing network solutions in Azure
• Experience with unified communications is optional
• Ability to assess existing architectures and situations and make recommendations
• Strong ability to cultivate relationships with clients to develop and share understanding of technology solutions
• Presentation and articulation of technical content aligning to audience

Physical Demands May Include

• Time spent in low postures (crouching, stooping, kneeling, bending)

• Sit at a computer for 8 hours per day

• Keyboarding for 8 hours per day

• Speaking (communicating information to clients/coworkers)

Job Location

Local to the Tempe, AZ office preferred (Hybrid role if local)

Benefits

• Insurance: Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Leave and Holidays: Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays
• Retirement: 401K Plan with company match (eligible after 1 year of employment)
• In-house fitness center

*iT1 is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.