REQUIREMENT

Network Architect Montpelier, VT (Onsite) Long term contract

Need Overall 10+ yrs of experience is Must

3 References from the recent project is Must

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(Peer/ Co-Worker/Supervisor/Customer/End-User/Subordinate)

Education and Certification

• Required: None explicitly mentioned.

• Preferred:

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security

• AWS Certified Advanced Networking

• Azure Network Engineer Associate

• Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)

Minimum Qualifications

Expertise in network security, firewall administration, and cloud infrastructure.

Hands-on experience with Cisco ASA/Firepower, Palo Alto NGFW, IPS/IDS.

Strong knowledge of routing, switching, VPN, NAT, PAT, and network troubleshooting.

Proficiency in AWS & Azure Cloud Infrastructure, DNS, Load Balancers, DHCP.

Must be able to lead meetings, create network designs, and provide weekly reports.

Preferred

Experience working with state or federal government IT projects.

Advanced expertise in Software-Defined Networking (SDN).

Ability to reduce operational costs and enhance network efficiency.

Knowledge of network monitoring and compliance standards.

Specific skill set required

Firewall & Security: Cisco ASA/Firepower, Palo Alto NGFW, VPN

Network Infrastructure: Routing, Switching, NAT, PAT, Load Balancers

Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure

Tools & Design: Network troubleshooting, Visio for documentation

Soft Skills: Leadership, Reporting, Risk Management, Cost Optimization

Interested, can forward your latest resumes to Sivarajan.s@Zirlen.com & John.s@Zirlen.com