Infrastructure Solutions Architect at Richmond, VA (Hybrid)

Job Title : Infrastructure Solutions Architect 4

Location : Richmond, VA (Hybrid)

Duration : 08 Months contract

Hybrid Schedule : 3 days' week in office

Relies on collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced network solutions, optimize performance, and contribute to cloud migration strategies, particularly in Microsoft Azure.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Solutions Architect Networking with strong expertise in Azure networking to design, implement, and manage our enterprise network infrastructure. You will play a critical role in ensuring high availability, scalability, and security of both on-premises and cloud-based network systems. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced network solutions, optimize performance, and contribute to cloud migration strategies, particularly in Microsoft Azure. The Infrastructure Solutions Architect Networking contributes to the overall technology roadmap.

Key Responsibilities :

• Network Architecture & Design : Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network solutions (LAN, WAN, VPN, firewalls) with a special focus on Azure networking services such as Virtual Networks (VNet), Azure Firewall, Network Security Groups (NSGs), and Azure ExpressRoute.
• Cloud Integration : Work closely with cloud teams to integrate on-premises network infrastructure with Azure-based environments, ensuring smooth connectivity, security, and optimal performance.
• Azure Networking : Manage and optimize Azure networking components, including VNet peering, traffic management, load balancing, and hybrid networking (ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway).
• Network Troubleshooting : Diagnose and resolve network issues in both cloud and on-prem environments, ensuring minimal downtime and performance degradation.
• Network Security : Implement best practices for network security in hybrid environments, including firewalls, VPNs, security groups, and intrusion detection / prevention systems.
• Automation & Monitoring : Automate network configuration and monitoring using tools like Azure Network Watcher, Azure Automation, and PowerShell scripting. Implement proactive monitoring systems to identify potential issues before they affect operations.
• Performance Optimization : Monitor and optimize network performance, identifying opportunities for improvement in both cloud and on-premises environments.
• Documentation : Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Mentorship : Provide guidance and mentorship to peers and help drive continuous improvement in network operations.

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