About this opportunity
Baptist lists this Network Architect opportunity in memphis, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The Network Architect will lead the design of mission-critical network infrastructure, ensure architectural alignment across systems, and guide strategic technology initiatives. Define standards, lead complex migrations, and mentor engineering teams in delivering secure, high-performance environments.
Responsibilities
Lead the design of enterprise data network which will include but not limited to LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, Data Centers and hybrid cloud network architectures
Serve as the subject matter expert on network scalability, fault tolerance, and security
Define enterprise network standards and governance models
Collaborate with cybersecurity and cloud teams on zero trust and segmentation frameworks
Oversee infrastructure upgrades and network redesigns
Mentor junior and senior engineers on design best practices
Requirements
Advanced expertise in:
Routing and switching protocols like but not limited to BGP, OSPF and EIGRP, firewalls, and load balancers.
Network segmentation (ISE) and automated network administration (CCC).
Wireless networking
Experience architecting cloud-integrated networks (AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute)
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance-driven networking standards
Strong leadership and technical strategy skills
Excellent communication with executives, vendors, and technical teams
Ability to manage ambiguity and large-scale infrastructure complexity
Education
Bachelor’s degree is required
Master’s degree is preferred
Certifications
Cloud certifications strongly preferred
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of experience in enterprise networking, with 5+ in architecture or solution design
Proven success in large-scale infrastructure rollouts or transformations
Experience leading multi-million-dollar infrastructure programs
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Worksite address
memphis, TN, 37544, US
Who can apply
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