Network Architect
Location: Austin, TX
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Development and Architecture
Job Description Apply Now
The role of a Network Architect is pivotal in shaping robust, secure, and high-performing IT infrastructures for organizations navigating complex, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments. As a Network Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing connectivity frameworks that seamlessly integrate on-premises data centers with cloud platforms such as AWS, ensuring the organization’s networks are agile, compliant, and scalable. This position is ideal for professionals with extensive experience in network architecture, specifically in hybrid and cloud environments, who are eager to contribute to a team-oriented culture within the public sector industry.
As a Network Architect, you will take a hands-on approach to building secure, high-availability network solutions that meet stringent compliance and governance standards. Your expertise in routing, segmentation, and security will be essential in supporting mission-critical operations and ensuring business continuity. You will collaborate closely with teams across cloud, security, and infrastructure disciplines to optimize network performance, facilitate migrations, and implement best practices for long-term organizational growth.
By joining this leading organization, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the establishment of network governance standards, drive high availability, and disaster recovery strategies, and play a key role in transforming enterprise network architectures to meet evolving business needs. The organization values innovation, inclusivity, and teamwork, providing a supportive environment for professional growth and advancement.
Working as a Network Architect in this organization offers the chance to be part of a team that is dedicated to excellence in service delivery, leveraging over 25 years of proven industry experience. The company’s commitment to employee development and recognition is reflected in its award-winning culture and comprehensive benefits package. If you are an experienced network professional looking to make a significant impact within a large, industry-leading organization, we encourage you to apply for the Network Architect position today by clicking the application button.
Network Architect - Summary- Design and implement hybrid and multi-cloud network architectures integrating on-premises and AWS environments.
- Ensure network solutions meet compliance, governance, and business continuity requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enable seamless migrations and optimize network operations.
- Establish network governance standards to support organizational growth.
- Develop and maintain high-availability and disaster recovery strategies for mission-critical systems.
- Architect and implement secure, high-performance network infrastructures for hybrid and cloud environments.
- Integrate existing on-premises data center networks with AWS services to ensure seamless operations and scalability.
- Design network policies aligned with compliance, governance, and business continuity goals.
- Collaborate with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to support migrations and optimize network performance.
- Establish and maintain network governance standards and best practices to address evolving enterprise needs.
- Ensure that routing, segmentation, and security policies adhere to enterprise architecture principles.
- Drive strategies for high availability and disaster recovery to protect mission-critical workloads.
- Support and troubleshoot network issues, providing guidance and expertise across teams as needed.
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Opportunity to work within an industry-leading organization with a strong, team-oriented culture
- Recognition as a ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner for 11 consecutive years
- 8+ years of experience in network architecture across AWS and on-premises environments
- 8+ years of experience supporting routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF, network segmentation, and firewall technologies
- 8+ years of experience in network security principles, including encryption, identity, and compliance frameworks
- Proven ability to design secure and scalable network infrastructures in hybrid/cloud settings
- Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrates in-depth technical knowledge of AWS networking and on-premises integration
- Proficient in designing and implementing network security, governance, and compliance controls
- Experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams on large-scale network projects
- Committed to continuous learning and professional development in the fast-evolving field of network architecture
- Thrives in a team-oriented, high-performance culture
- The organization is recognized for its inclusive and supportive workplace culture, with over 25 years of industry expertise.
- Employees benefit from comprehensive health coverage, an Employee Stock Ownership Program, and ongoing professional recognition.
- Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply; the company is committed to equal employment opportunities and compliance with civil rights laws and regulations.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
Ready to take your career as a Network Architect to the next level? Click the application button now to submit your application and join a team where your expertise will make a lasting impact!