Architect Network Engineering

Greetings!One of our direct client is looking to hire Architect – Network Engineering in New Haven CT. This is a contract to hire role and 1 days hybrid in a week. Please see below the job description.Core ResponsibilitiesLead and manage day-to-day operations of the network engineering team, providing technical guidance and mentoringDesign, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, firewalls, VPNs, switches, wireless systems, and UCaaS/CCaaS systemsServe as an escalation point for complex network issues, participating in troubleshooting and root cause analysisImplement and maintain network monitoring and performance tuning tools to ensure high availability and reliabilityOversee network security in collaboration with the cybersecurity team, ensuring compliance with company policies and proceduresManage lifecycle upgrades for switches, routers, firewalls, and other networking hardwareParticipate in the architecture and implementation of hybrid cloud network environments (e.g., Azure, AWS, Google Coud)Collaborate with application, server, and security teams to ensure seamless end-to-end infrastructure supportDevelop and maintain documentation and network diagramsManage vender relationships and coordinate support for hardware and software issuesLead network-related projects including office expansions, data center migrations, and cloud integrationsSkills QualificationsStrong working knowledge of enterprise networking technologies (Cisco, Fortinet, Aruba, Meraki, Arista, Azure Cloud Networking, etc.)Experience in routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, QoS, VLANs, STP)Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and Zero trust security modelsExperience with Cloud Networking (Azure ExpressRoute, Azure Firewalls, VPN Gateways, Azure BGP, Virtual WAN HUB, VNET Subnetting, etc.)Experience with network automation, scripting, and monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Logic Monitor, etc.)Skilled at working within a team-oriented, collaborative environmentStrong Analytical and problem-solving skillsExperience with Cloud Based UCaaS/CCaaS SystemsEducationBS or BA in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field or equivalent combination of experience and training12+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering, with at least 3 to 5 years in a leadership or supervisory roleBest Regards,