Infrastructure Solution Architect

100% On-Site work in Virginia Beach, VA.

Local candidates only.

Interview type- Both Phone and In Person

**Summary:**

The Infrastructure Architect is responsible for researching, planning, and installing Enterprise Solutions, including networking and software technologies, and supporting life safety systems that impact the public. The role requires 6-10 years of hands-on networking experience, a 4-year degree in a relevant field or industry certifications, and experience in systems and network administration. The ideal candidate is a mid-level professional seeking long-term growth opportunities.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Research, plan, and install Enterprise Solutions.

- Assess existing networks and software, making recommendations based on best practices.

- Configure equipment and software to meet business needs.

- Provide technical support and design infrastructure solutions.

- Respond to Tier 1 and 2 support requests and break/fix issues.

- Design network extensions and connections.

- Assist with network hardware configuration and deployment.

- Maintain project, architecture, inventory, and maintenance documentation.

- Monitor network resources for faults and anomalies.

- Support ITS Field Maintenance with communications troubleshooting.

- Improve cybersecurity controls and defenses.

**Required Experience and Skills:**

- General IT: 10 years

- Cisco Routing and Switching: 5 years

- VLAN Management: 5 years

- Network Design: 2 years

- Subnetting: 5 years

- Routing Protocols (BGP, OSPF): 4 years

- Authentication (Radius, TACACS): 2 years

- Firewall Administration: 5 years

- VPN & Remote Access Technologies: 2 years

- Cybersecurity: 2 years

**Preferred Skills:**

- DNS/DHCP

- Network Monitoring

- Network Cable Management

- FMC/Firepower

- Solutions Design Build

- Integration Troubleshooting

- Software Integrations

**Educational Requirements:**

- 4-year degree in Computer Science or related field (strongly preferred)