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Network Architect

Job Description

firstPRO is now accepting resumes for a Hybrid Cloud Network Architect position in Boston, MA. This is a direct hire role and onsite 3 days per week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Architecture & Implementation

  • Design, implement, and maintain hybrid network architectures spanning data centers, branch offices, and cloud environments.
  • Integrate cloud and on-prem networks using AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, VPNs, and secure routing policies.
  • Build and support Aruba/Cisco LAN, Wi-Fi, and SD-WAN infrastructures.

Automation & IaC

  • Advance IaC adoption for network provisioning and configuration management.
  • Build automation workflows using Terraform Cloud, Git, and scripting (Python, Shell, PowerShell).
  • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines for consistent, auditable network deployments.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Required Experience:
  • Minimum of 8 years of enterprise-level routing and switching experience.
  • Networking Expertise:
  • Hands-on experience with Aruba and Cisco LAN/WAN and wireless infrastructure.
  • Strong understanding of dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and Layer 2 technologies (VLANs, STP, QoS).
  • Comprehensive experience managing Check Point firewalls, including policy creation and optimization.
  • In-depth knowledge of AWS and/or Azure networking (VPCs/VNets, routing, connectivity).