Job Type: Contract

Job Category: IT

Job Description

Role: Network Architect
Location: Remote
Contract

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Network Architect to design, implement, and maintain enterprise-level network solutions with a strong focus on Zero Trust architecture, cloud connectivity, and modern SD-WAN technologies. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Zscaler solutions, ZTE networking, Zero Trust Broker Connectors, and Cloud Connectors, with a strong understanding of scalable, secure, and resilient network architectures.

Key Responsibilities:

·         Design and implement secure network architectures aligned with Zero Trust principles using Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA).

·         Deploy and manage SD-WAN infrastructure to optimize WAN performance and reliability.

·         Integrate Zscaler’s Zero Trust Broker Connector and Cloud Connector for secure cloud access.

·         Collaborate with security, cloud, and application teams to ensure end-to-end secure connectivity across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

·         Architect and maintain high-performance, highly available network infrastructure using ZTE network solutions.

·         Analyze business requirements to determine network infrastructure design and capacity planning.

·         Establish standards and best practices for network design, deployment, and management.

·         Monitor network performance, resolve issues, and ensure high availability.

·         Stay updated on the latest industry trends and emerging technologies in Zero Trust, cloud networking, and SD-WAN.

 

Required Skills & Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

·         7+ years of experience in network design, architecture, and operations.

·         Strong hands-on experience with Zscaler technologies (ZIA, ZPA, Cloud/Private Access).

·         Proven experience with SD-WAN (preferably with platforms like Cisco Viptela, Fortinet, or similar).

·         Familiarity with ZTE network infrastructure and hardware solutions.

·         Deep understanding of Zero Trust Network Architecture and implementation.

·         Experience with Zero Trust Broker Connectors and Cloud Connectors.

·         Strong understanding of routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and DNS.

·         Industry certifications such as Zscaler Certified Cloud Professional (ZCCP), CCNP/CCIE, or Fortinet NSE are a plus.

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