Network Architect

Network Architect Location: Chicago, IL Long Term Contract! Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to design, standardize, and govern enterprise network infrastructure across LAN/WAN, VPN, firewalls, routers, switches, and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in enterprise networking, cloud networking, network security, M&A integrations, disaster recovery, and advanced troubleshooting. Key Responsibilities Define, develop, review, and approve network installation and implementation standards across LAN, WAN, VPN, firewalls, routers, switches, and related network devices.Lead M&A network integration activities, including network assessments, analysis of acquired environments, gap analysis, standardization, and development of project timelines.Design and implement highly resilient network infrastructure supporting business continuity, disaster recovery, and cyber-recovery exercises.Serve as a Network SME and strategic consultant to business and technology stakeholders.Provide Level 3 escalation support for complex network, security, and operational incidents.Perform advanced troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, event analysis, and remediation of complex network issues.Participate in an on-call rotation and provide support for critical production environments.Architect secure connectivity between enterprise data centers, on-premises infrastructure, and public cloud environments.Design and optimize routing architectures and manipulate routing metrics and protocols to achieve desired traffic flow and resiliency.Design secure cloud networking solutions using native technologies within AWS and GCP alongside enterprise firewalls and security platforms.Establish and enforce network security architecture based on security protocols, cryptography, Zero Trust principles, and defense-in-depth.Proactively identify network vulnerabilities, attack vectors, and potential points of compromise and implement appropriate security controls. Required Qualifications Strong enterprise networking background with expert-level knowledge of network architecture and data networking theory.Deep understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, LAN/WAN, VPN, DNS, DHCP, and directory services.Advanced experience with routing protocols and routing optimization.Hands-on experience with enterprise firewalls, routers, switches, and network security technologies.Strong experience designing and implementing AWS and GCP cloud networking.Experience integrating cloud-native networking with enterprise data centers and security infrastructure.Strong understanding of network security, cryptography, Zero Trust, and secure network architecture.Proven experience supporting M&A network integration and infrastructure standardization.Experience designing infrastructure for business continuity, disaster recovery, and cyber recovery.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with technical teams, architects, and business stakeholders. Thanks & Regards, Deependra Kumar (Deep) E: Deep@tekaccel.com Website: www.tekaccel.com Tekaccel, Inc. 2601 Little Elm Pkwy, Suite # 1804, Little Elm, TX 75068 www.tekaccel.com