Technology Architect | Cloud Integration | Azure Data Factory (ADF)

Work Location & Reporting Address Bellevue, WA 98006 Vendor Rate $82.70/Hr. Contract duration 6 Target Start Date 21 Apr 2026 Job Details: Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design · Develop high-level and low-level network architectures covering LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, WLAN, data centers, firewall topology, and cloud interconnectivity. · Create scalable, redundant, and secure network designs aligned with business and security requirements. · Lead network modernization initiatives including automation, segmentation, cloud networking, and zero-trust network transformations. · Produce architecture documents: HLDs, LLDs, diagrams, and standards. Implementation & Engineering · Provide expert-level guidance for deployment of routing, switching, wireless, firewalls, and load-balancing solutions. · Define migration strategies and lead complex cutover events with minimal business disruption. · Evaluate current network infrastructure and propose improvements based on performance, capacity, and reliability assessments. Security & Compliance · Design secure network architecture that align with enterprise security policies and industry standards. · Work closely with security teams on firewall policies, segmentation strategies (VLAN, VRF, micro-segmentation), and network access controls. · Ensure compliance with frameworks such as NIST, ISO27001, PCI, HIPAA (as applicable). Cloud & Data Center Networking · Architect hybrid and multi-cloud connectivity (AWS, Azure, GCP) using VPN, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, or Cloud Interconnect. · Design data center networking architectures including leaf-spine, VXLAN/EVPN, SDN, and load-balancing. · Partner with storage, compute, and virtualization teams on end-to-end infrastructure design. Technology Roadmaps & Strategy · Develop multi-year network strategy and modernization roadmaps. · Evaluate emerging technologies (SD-WAN, SASE, automation, observability, AI networking) and make recommendations. · Drive standardization, documentation, and governance of network technologies. Cross-Functional Leadership · Act as the senior technical advisor across engineering, operations, security, and application teams. · Provide mentorship to engineers and operational teams. · Engage with vendors, partners, and executive stakeholders to communicate architecture decisions and trade-offs. --- Required Qualifications · 8–12+ years of progressive experience in enterprise network engineering. · Strong expertise in routing and switching technologies (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VXLAN, EVPN). · Deep understanding of firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPNs, load balancers (Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet, F5, Check Point). · Experience with data center network technologies (Cisco Nexus, ACI, Arista, Juniper, SDN). · Hands-on experience with hybrid cloud networking (Azure, AWS, GCP). · Knowledge of SD-WAN architectures (Cisco Viptela, Meraki, VMware VeloCloud, Aruba EdgeConnect). · Familiarity with automation/orchestration (Python, Ansible, Terraform) and network observability platforms. · Strong documentation skills (Visio, Lucidchart, architecture playbooks). --- Preferred Certifications · CCNP/CCIE (Enterprise, Data Center, or Service Provider) · AWS/Azure Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional Minimum years of experience >10 years Certifications Needed :No Top 3 responsibilities you would expect the Subcon to shoulder and execute Define and maintain network architecture standards supporting automated server patching across onpremises, cloud, and hybrid environments Design scalable, resilient network solutions that support zerolowdowntime patching Ensure designs align with enterprise security, compliance, and change management standards Interview Process (Is face to face required?) No Project Code: SOW 2 OMT Implementation CR 2