Senior Network Architect - Contract Role
Join the Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) Senior Network Architect . In this role, you will architect, implement, and support secure and scalable enterprise network infrastructure that powers critical public services across the state.
Contract Length : 30 Months
Location : Albany, NY, 122232
Work Setup : Hybrid
Senior Network Architect Responsibilities :
- Architect technology solutions that meet agency business needs and align with ITS technical and security standards.
- Provide Level 3 support for network hardware deployed statewide, including troubleshooting, performance tuning, and log analysis.
- Pre-configure network devices for field deployment and remotely support field technicians during installations and maintenance.
- Collaborate with vendors and agency teams for equipment installation, configuration, and testing.
- Review existing network architecture and recommend upgrades, replacements, or improvements.
- Use agency applications to maintain accurate field inventory data.
- Ensure compliance with all ITS technology and security policies.
Senior Network Architect Qualifications :
60 months experience configuring and troubleshooting LAN equipment in large, complex networks (1,000+ remote endpoints) involving switches, routers, firewalls, and VPNs, including use of protocol analysis tools like Wireshark.60 months experience in network engineering with DMVPN, IPSEC, OSPF, and BGP to support secure enterprise connectivity.60 months experience with Cisco hardware and IOS in TCP / IP environments including routing, NAT, and VPN management.60 months experience configuring wireless network gear from vendors such as Cisco / Meraki, Ubiquiti, and Aruba.60 months experience using network automation tools and scripting languages such as Python and Ansible.Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate across teams and vendors.This Senior Network Architect opportunity is ideal for a seasoned network professional ready to make a broad impact on statewide technology infrastructure.
We look forward to reviewing your application!