Network Architect

Are you an experienced Network Architect ready to take ownership of enterprise-level network designs? Do you enjoy translating business needs into robust, scalable network solutions and guiding engineering teams to successful implementation?


We’re looking for an experienced Network Architect with hands-on expertise in SD-WAN, firewalls, VPNs, and large-scale enterprise networks. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in designing, optimizing, and transforming our client's network landscape from high-level architecture through to implementation and migration.


What You’ll Be Doing


  • Lead the design of secure, scalable, and high-performance network solutions for mid-size to large IT environments.
  • Review and enhance High-Level Design (HLD) and create Low-Level Design (LLD) documents.
  • Identify risks, design gaps, and performance bottlenecks — and propose actionable solutions.
  • Provide guidance and support to the network engineering team throughout deployment, transition, and go-live phases.
  • Serve as the key bridge between current and future network architectures.
  • Document design decisions, architecture blueprints, and migration strategies for stakeholders.


What You Bring


  • HBO-level education (Bachelor or equivalent)
  • 3–5+ years of experience in a network architect role within mid-sized IT organizations.
  • Strong technical knowledge of SD-WAN, remote access, firewalls (on-prem & cloud), and VPN.
  • Proficiency with key networking solutions and vendors, including:
  • Cisco ISE, Cisco SD-WAN, Cisco Wireless, Cisco LAN
  • Fortinet SD-WAN (MSP environments)
  • Cisco and Palo Alto firewalls (on-premises and Azure)
  • Solid documentation and reporting skills (technical and business-level).
  • A hands-on, proactive mindset you're not afraid to roll up your sleeves.


Nice to Have / Preferred Certifications


  • CCIE, CCDE, or CCAr (Cisco)
  • Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewall Engineer certification
Post Date
2025-04-30
Job Type
REMOTE
Employment type
Full-time
Category
Information Technology
Level
Associate
Country
Netherlands
Industry
IT ServicesIT Consulting ,
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