Senior Network Architect/Admin

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Job Title

Senior Network Architect/Admi n

Job Location

Chicago, IL (4 Days onsite)

Direct Hire

Client Note

This is not a pure network architect role and not a security engineering role.

Client need a senior infrastructure leader who can quickly assess their existing network environment, identify gaps, prioritize critical issues, and then personally implement the solutions. They want someone who can think strategically while still being comfortable logging into routers, switches, and firewalls to make changes themselves.

The hiring manager emphasized they have met plenty of architects who produce excellent documentation but cannot execute. This person needs to do both.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering, architecture, or administration.
• Expert level knowledge of routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, and network segmentation.
• Hands‑on experience with NGFW platforms (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point, Cisco Firepower).
• Strong understanding of cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid connectivity.
• Experience supporting trading systems or financial sector connectivity.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (FFIEC, SEC, FINRA, SOX).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, PCNSE, NSE7+, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent.
• Experience with Zero Trust, SASE, CASB, and modern remote access technologies.
• Proficiency in automation and scripting (Python, PowerShell, Ansible).
• Experience designing network architectures for high‑availability, low‑latency environments.

Compensation

A reasonable, good faith estimate of the $170k/Annum to $185k/Annum with Benefits for this position.

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