Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Delivery Architect to lead our network infrastructure projects and initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and experience in designing, implementing, and managing complex network systems with a focus on routing, switching, firewall management, wireless networks, voice communication systems, F5 load balancing, and data center technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust network architectures that support the organization’s business goals and technical requirements.
• Lead network infrastructure projects from conception through deployment, including planning, design, procurement, installation, and configuration.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation and topology maps.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting and problem resolution for network issues.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and upgrades to enhance network performance and security.
• Conduct network capacity planning and performance analysis to ensure system scalability and reliability.
• Collaborate with IT security team to design and enforce network security policies and procedures.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for hardware, software, and services.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in network technologies.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
• At least 15 years of professional experience in network design and management, with a strong focus on routing, switching, firewalls, wireless, voice, F5 load balancing, and data center technologies.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in deployment and configuration and architectural design of networking technologies specific to routing, switching and general network security best practices, in which 5 years must be in customer-facing positions.
• Proven expertise with major networking hardware and software, including Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, and similar technologies.
• Extensive experience with Cisco, Fortinet, HP, and Aruba products (Firewall, Routing / switching, wireless and security)
• Advanced certifications such as CCIE, JNCIE, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to model complex networks with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a commitment to high-quality work.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Blue Mantis does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and ask that you do not forward resumes to Blue Mantis employees, any physical Blue Mantis location, or any Blue Mantis email address.

We take no responsibility for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. This also applies for reaching out directly to Blue Mantis Employees & Blue Mantis Managers or Blue Mantis executives.

Blue Mantis is a leading strategic digital technology services provider with a 30 year history of successfully helping clients achieve business modernization by applying next-generation technologies including managed services, cybersecurity and cloud.

Headquartered in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, the company provides digital technology services and strategic guidance to ensure clients quickly adapt and grow through automation and innovation.

Blue Mantis partners with more than 1,200 leading mid-market and enterprise organizations in a multitude of vertical industries and is backed by leading private equity firm, Abry Partners.

Last updated : 2024-05-17