Network Solutions Architect at MetroSys. Location Information: USA. Position Overview. MetroSys is seeking a highly experienced . Network Solutions Architect. to lead the design and delivery of enterprise network transformation initiatives for our clients. This is a . client-facing, architect-level role. responsible for driving end-to-end network strategy, architecture, and execution across complex environments.. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader and trusted advisor who can engage stakeholders, architect scalable and secure solutions, and lead large-scale network deployments, migrations, and modernization efforts.. Key Responsibilities. Client Engagement & Strategic Advisory. Serve as the . primary network architect and trusted advisor. for client engagements.. Lead . discovery sessions, technical workshops, and architecture design discussions. .. Translate business requirements into . scalable, secure, and high-performance network solutions. .. Present architectural designs, roadmaps, and outcomes to . technical and executive stakeholders. .. Architecture & Solution Design. Design and architect . enterprise network solutions. across:. Routing & switching (LAN/WAN). Data center networking. Secure edge and segmentation strategies. Develop . reference architectures, standards, and best practices. aligned with client environments.. Lead . network modernization initiatives. , including legacy refresh and next-gen architecture adoption.. Architect solutions leveraging . Cisco, Fortinet, and Arista platforms. .. Project Leadership & Delivery. Lead large-scale . network transformation projects. , including:. Data center migrations and consolidations. Campus and branch deployments. SD-WAN implementations. Zero Trust and segmentation initiatives. Oversee . end-to-end delivery. , including planning, implementation, testing, and validation.. Ensure . high availability, resiliency, and disaster recovery readiness. in all designs.. Provide . hands-on leadership and escalation support. during complex deployments.. Security & Advanced Networking. Architect and implement . network security solutions. , including:. Firewalls (Fortinet, Cisco). VPN and secure remote access. Network segmentation and Zero Trust architectures. Design solutions incorporating . NAC, identity-aware networking, and policy enforcement. .. Integrate networking with . cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). .. Technical Leadership & Governance. Mentor engineers and provide . technical leadership across delivery teams. .. Establish and maintain . documentation standards. , including diagrams, runbooks, and SOPs.. Stay aligned with . industry trends, emerging technologies, and vendor advancements. .. Ensure adherence to . MetroSys delivery methodologies and quality standards. .. Pre-Sales & Solution Development. Partner with sales teams to . scope, design, and position network solutions. .. Contribute to . statements of work (SOWs), proposals, and level-of-effort estimates. .. Lead . client presentations, demos, and proof-of-concept (POC) engagements. .. Support . strategic account planning and solution positioning. .. Required Qualifications. 7+ years. of experience in enterprise networking, architecture, or consulting roles.. Proven experience leading . large-scale network design and transformation projects. .. Deep expertise in:. Cisco networking technologies. Fortinet security platforms. Arista data center networking. Strong knowledge of:. Routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, EVPN/VXLAN). Firewalls, VPNs, and segmentation. High availability and disaster recovery design. Experience in . client-facing or consulting environments. .. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage . technical and executive stakeholders. .. Preferred Skills. Certifications such as . CCNP/CCIE, Fortinet NSE, or Arista ACE. .. Experience with . SD-WAN, SASE, and Zero Trust architectures. .. Knowledge of . cloud networking and hybrid architectures. .. Familiarity with . network automation (Python, Ansible, APIs). .. Experience with . NAC solutions and identity-based access controls. .. Background in . professional services or consulting organizations. .
Network Solutions Architect at MetroSys