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Job description
Responsibilities
Kforce has a client that is seeking an Enterprise Network Architect onsite in Tampa, FL.
Directly accountable for designing and governing the enterprise and utility-specific network architecture to ensure alignment with business goals, technology strategies, and security requirements
Provide strategically focused direction, technical leadership, and architectural oversight for all network-related initiatives, including LAN/WAN, cloud networking, network security, and emerging technologies
Ensure all network security controls are implemented and managed in accordance with appropriate security principles, industry best practices, and applicable industry standards, including NERC CIP regulatory compliance standards
Partner and collaborate with infrastructure, operational, and other teams to effectuate scalable, secure, and resilient network architectures that support business and operational objectives and requirements
May serve as a project manager on network infrastructure projects and cross-train peers and other department team members, supporting knowledge sharing and development
Design, implement, and govern secure, scalable, and highly available network architectures across on-premises, cloud, hybrid, IT, and OT environments
Develop enterprise network roadmaps, standards, security frameworks, and lifecycle strategies
Lead network security initiatives, including segmentation, firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and compliance requirements
Direct architecture projects, proof-of-concepts, and technology evaluations while partnering with business, engineering, operations, and vendors
Establish governance, testing standards, risk management processes, monitoring strategies, and cybersecurity controls
Maintain network documentation, architecture standards, and configuration governance
Identify opportunities for modernization, optimization, and emerging technology adoption
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including 10+ years in network architecture/design and 3+ years supporting both IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments
Required certifications: CCIE, CISSP, AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, CISM, or equivalent
Experience with IT/OT networking, SDN, network virtualization, architecture roadmaps, lifecycle management, and network design tools
Knowledge of TOGAF, Zero Trust, and defense-in-depth methodologies preferred
Enterprise network architecture across LAN, WAN, MPLS, SD-WAN, cloud, wireless, cellular, and data center environments
Advanced knowledge of routing, switching, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, firewalls, VPNs, segmentation, IPv4/IPv6, and network security
Strong documentation skills, including network diagrams, standards, and architecture artifacts
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Worksite address
tampa, FL, 33646, US
Who can apply
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